A creamy, rich pasta dish featuring golden-seared chicken and fettuccine tossed in a homemade parmesan Alfredo sauce. A restaurant-quality comfort food you can make at home.
12 oz fettuccine pasta
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Slice chicken in half, season with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil and 1 tbsp butter for 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and rest.
In the same pan, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add cream and simmer 3–4 minutes.
Stir in parmesan gradually until smooth.
Add pasta and sliced chicken. Toss to coat.
Season and garnish. Serve hot.
Add broccoli or spinach for a veggie boost. Use gluten-free pasta if needed. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or milk.