Homemade Chicken Alfredo Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 bowls
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Calories
1023 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Homemade Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Description
Homemade Chicken Alfredo Recipe features chicken breast strips cooked to a golden brown and combined with fettuccine pasta in a sauce made from olive oil, minced garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The garlic is first sautéed to release flavor, then the broth and lemon juice are added to create a bright and savory base. Heavy cream enriches the sauce, coating the pasta and chicken for a smooth, creamy finish. Fresh parsley sprinkled on top provides a mild herbal contrast.
The texture is creamy and smooth, with tender pieces of chicken and al dente pasta. Cooking the chicken separately before adding it to the sauce preserves its juiciness. The lemon juice adds a hint of acidity to balance the richness of the cream and cheese.
This dish is suitable for a comforting meal when a traditional Alfredo flavor is desired with a homemade touch, combining protein and pasta in a single, well-rounded plate. It pairs nicely with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.
According to the notes, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, making it convenient for meal planning and reheating.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1 pound fettuccine noodle 1 box, dry
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1½ cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice from 1 lemon, fresh
- 1½ cups heavy cream room temperature
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- ¼ cup parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breast into thin strips.
- Boil the fettuccine pasta according to the box instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat a nonstick pan with the olive oil and add the chicken strips. Cook on medium heat, for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken from pan when ready and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 3 minutes. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, add the lemon juice, and bring to a boil.
- Add the heavy cream, then add the cooked pasta and chicken.
- Add the Parmesan and stir until everything is well combined.
- Sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Store the cooked Chicken Alfredo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1023 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bowl | |
| Calories | 1023kcal | 51% |
| Carbohydrates | 89g | 30% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 57g | 88% |
| Saturated Fat | 28g | 140% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 256mg | 85% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 734mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1933IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 333mg | 33% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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