Description
Get ready to indulge in a heavenly fusion of flavors with our Chicken Mushroom Alfredo! This creamy, comforting pasta dish is the perfect balance of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a silky-smooth Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounce fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Step 1: Cook the Pasta
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
3. Step 2: Cook the Chicken
4. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using). Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until it’s golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it into bite-sized pieces.
5. Step 3: Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic
6. In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook them until they’re softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
7. Step 4: Make the Alfredo Sauce
8. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the mushrooms and garlic. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Step 5: Combine and Serve
10. Add the cooked fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta. Top the creamy pasta with the sliced chicken. Garnish with fresh, chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
To ensure your Chicken Mushroom Alfredo turns out absolutely delicious, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
– Cook the Pasta Perfectly: Be sure to follow the package instructions for the fettuccine, cooking it to al dente perfection.
– Season the Chicken Well: Seasoning the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning will enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
– Sauté the Mushrooms Properly: Take the time to cook the mushrooms until they’re softened and caramelized.
– Achieve a Creamy Alfredo Sauce: The key to a silky-smooth Alfredo sauce is to temper the Parmesan cheese into the hot cream slowly and gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg