Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or dried herbs of your choice)

For the Alfredo Sauce:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Pasta:

• 8 ounces (about 225g) fettuccine pasta (or pasta of your choice)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

• Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook chicken until golden-brown and no longer pink in the center, about 6-8 minutes per side. Slice into strips.

2. Cook the Pasta:

• Boil the fettuccine pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

• In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
• Sauté garlic until fragrant.
• Add cream, bring to a simmer, and gradually stir in Parmesan until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Combine the Chicken, Pasta, and Sauce:

• Add sliced chicken to the Alfredo sauce and stir.
• Toss in cooked fettuccine until well coated with the creamy sauce.

5. Serve:

• Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Alfredo, a delightful and indulgent pasta dish!