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Chicken Alfredo Pasta – Creamy, Comforting, and Restaurant-Worthy

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Creamy Alfredo pasta tossed with juicy seared chicken and topped with fresh Parmesan. A comforting, restaurant-style meal you can make at home in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • Salt & pepper

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta

  • 3 tbsp butter

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream

  • 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan

  • Reserved pasta water

  • Optional: parsley, red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

  • Season and sear chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked. Slice and set aside.

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup water, then drain.

  • In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add cream and bring to a simmer.

  • Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Toss pasta in sauce. Add chicken. Heat through and adjust consistency with pasta water.

  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra cheese.

Notes

  • Use fresh Parmesan for best texture.

  • Add steamed veggies for balance.

  • Reheat with a splash of cream or broth.