Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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2 chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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All-purpose flour for dredging
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Creamy Alfredo Sauce
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4 ounces cream cheese (half block), softened
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/4 cup chicken broth
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
→ Pasta
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8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
# Instructions:
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Start by taking your cream cheese out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking (or give it a quick 20-30 second zap in the microwave). While you're at it, grate that parmesan cheese fresh - it makes all the difference!
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Get a large pot of well-salted water boiling for your fettuccine. Cook it al dente according to the package instructions - we want it to have a little bite to it.
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Slice those chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thin cutlets. Season them with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides, then give them a light coating of flour.
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Heat up your deep skillet over medium-high with olive oil and a tablespoon of butter. Once it's nice and hot, cook those chicken cutlets for 5 minutes on each side until they're golden brown and cooked through. Set them aside on a plate.
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Give that same skillet a quick wipe (no need for a thorough wash), then add in your remaining butter, softened cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, and minced garlic. Heat everything over medium, using your spoon to help that cream cheese melt smoothly into the sauce.
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Once your cream cheese is fully incorporated, let the sauce gently bubble for about 5 minutes to thicken up. While it's reducing, slice up your chicken into bite-sized strips. Stir in the parmesan cheese and let it cook for another minute. If the sauce gets too thick, just add a splash of that hot pasta water to thin it out. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss your cooked fettuccine right into that silky sauce. Serve it up with those golden chicken strips on top (or mix them right in), and don't forget to shower it with extra freshly grated parmesan!
# Notes:
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This indulgent Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo features a rich, velvety parmesan cream sauce and perfectly seasoned pan-fried chicken for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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For the best results, stick with heavy cream - lighter alternatives can cause the sauce to separate. This one's definitely meant to be a treat!