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Chicken Alfredo Pasta

This creamy and comforting Chicken Alfredo Pasta features tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. This Chicken Alfredo Recipe Easy is perfect for weeknight dinners and tastes just like your favorite restaurant dish, including the popular Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Recipe. A must-try for anyone who loves creamy pasta recipes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced or cubed
  • 12 oz pasta fettuccine or penne
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • 1 cup broccoli or spinach
  • ½ cup mushrooms
  • Red pepper flakes for heat

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant.
  6. Add heavy cream and milk, stirring well.
  7. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Return chicken to the pan and mix with the sauce.
  9. Add cooked pasta and toss until fully coated.
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best creamy texture.
Do not overcook pasta—keep it al dente.
Add milk or cream to adjust sauce thickness.
Turn into a Chicken Pasta Casserole by baking with extra cheese on top.
Use penne for a variation like Chicken Penne Pasta.