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Chicken Alfredo Pasta

A rich and creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta made with tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a smooth homemade Alfredo sauce. This easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor and is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or comforting family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 300 g pasta fettuccine or penne
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
  4. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook until sauce thickens.
  7. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
  8. Return sliced chicken to the pan and mix gently.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture
Don’t overcook pasta—keep it slightly firm
Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick
For extra richness, add more butter or cream