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Chicken Alfredo Skillet with Creamy Sauce

Close-up of Chicken Alfredo Skillet with Creamy Sauce, featuring tender chicken pieces and fettuccine pasta in a rich, creamy sauce, garnished with parsley.

A quick and easy Italian-inspired chicken alfredo skillet dish with fettuccine and a rich, creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine cooked al dente
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it thicken for about 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in Parmesan until the sauce is smooth.
  6. Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  7. Slice chicken into strips, return to skillet, add pasta and reserved water. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes, serve warm.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking.
  • Do not overheat cream when simmering.

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Keywords: chicken alfredo, skillet chicken, creamy sauce, fettuccine, italian dinner, quick dinner, easy recipe