Description
A timeless dish featuring creamy sauce and tender fettuccine noodles topped with juicy chicken, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it into strips.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and combines smoothly into a rich sauce.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, mixing well to coat the noodles evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the pasta topped with sliced chicken, and garnish with chopped parsley for a splash of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
Best served immediately while warm and creamy. Can add vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg