Indulge in the culinary symphony that is Alfredo with Angel Hair Pasta and Chicken, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its creamy, flavorful sauce, tender chicken, and delicate pasta. This recipe is a harmonious blend of simplicity and elegance, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The angel hair pasta, also known as capellini, adds a light and airy texture that complements the richness of the Alfredo sauce, while the chicken provides a lean protein that balances the dish. Additionally, this article features a vegetarian Alfredo with broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes, offering a flavorful alternative for those who prefer a meatless meal. Both recipes are versatile and can be customized to suit your preferences, making them a must-try for pasta lovers.
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CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
Mom's creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo has been a family favorite for years! Classic Chicken Alfredo is a feel good comfort food - so creamy but light!
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy/Medium
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook fettuccini in a pot of salted water (4 qts water, 1 Tbsp salt,) according to package instructions then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, slice chicken into strips and season all over with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium/high heat and sauté chicken until lightly golden and cooked through (5 min). Remove chicken from the pan and cover to keep warm.
- In the same pan over medium/high, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Add onion and sauté 3 min until soft. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until soft (5-7 min), stirring frequently. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add half-n-half and simmer over medium/high heat 8-10 min, or until beginning to thicken. Add chicken back to the pan, add 1/4 cup parsley and season sauce to taste (1/2 to 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper).
- Add cooked pasta and stir to combine. Heat another minute until warmed through then turn off the heat, cover and let rest 10-15 minutes then stir and serve garnished with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Sodium 491 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN
If you want to put something on the table that'll give you time to spare on busy nights, give this delicious angel hair pasta with chicken a try. From start to finish, you're only 20 minutes away from a vibrantly colored meal! -Margaret Wilson, Sun City, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet over medium heat, cook carrots in remaining oil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli and garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in the chicken, broth, cheese, basil and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Drain pasta; serve with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 889mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
ANGEL HAIR ALFREDO
Your family won't believe that this tasty dish takes less than 30 minutes to make. -Sue Megonigle
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil until lightly browned. Stir in the flour, cornstarch, garlic salt, pepper and basil until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat; whisk in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add ham if desired; heat through. Drain pasta; add to sauce and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
INSTANT POT® ANGEL HAIR ALFREDO PASTA
Fast and easy dump Alfredo for angel hair pasta in an Instant Pot®. Whole family approved! We added some breaded chicken on the side.
Provided by Lindsey Cleary
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine cream, broth, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Stir to combine. Break pasta in half and lay it on top, making sure pasta is covered with liquid without stirring it. Close and lock the lid.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 150.1 mg, Fat 41.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 25.2 g, Sodium 1191.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
ALFREDO WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA AND CHICKEN
This is my own recipe for alfredo sauce. I have caught more than one person eating it with a spoon! I prefer angel hair pasta as it seems to trap the sauce better than most other pastas. This stuff is really rich and absolutely sinful!
Provided by Chef Menel
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil angel hair pasta until al dente and set aside, keeping warm.
- Boil chicken tenders until done and dice after cooled.
- In large saucepan melt 1 1/2 sticks butter (or 3/4 cup, if you are not using sticks), reserving other 1/2 stick (or 1/4 cup)for thickening.
- Add heavy cream and all cheeses to saucepan stirring constanty over medium heat.
- In a microwavable dish, melt remaining butter. Add 3-4 tbs. flour being sure to smooth out any lumps.
- Add butter and flour mixture to saucepan and stir until sauce thickens just a bit.
- Salt the sauce to taste.
- Stir diced chicken into sauce and serve over the angel hair pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1313.9, Fat 104.6, SaturatedFat 64.5, Cholesterol 386, Sodium 1022, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 46.2
KEN'S CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by jkenb
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Saute shallot and onions in olive oil for 2 minutes add garlic for another 2 minutes De-fat the thighs and chop into 1 inch squares salt and pepper thighs to tast add thighs to the pan and saute 5 minutes add mushrooms add water and chicken bouillon, simmer until chicken is done. When chicken is done add the alfredo sauce anc cheese Cook until bubbly Serve over pasta
CREAMY CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Fresh from scratch Alfredo sauce with Chicken and Broccoli served over angel hair pasta. This creamy recipe is different from the jarred sauce and not the same as restaurant style which tends to be a little thinner. This sauce is so good you might just want to double it. But be assured this recipe is perfect for just two people
Provided by tabasco0697
Categories Spaghetti
Time 50m
Yield 2 bowls, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Defrost baby broccoli florets.
- Cut chicken tenders into bite sized pieces about 1/2 - 1 inch long.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in large skillet.
- Add minced garlic, onion powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 4 grinds fresh ground black pepper and chicken pieces.
- Cook chicken until no longer pink stirring and turning chicken constantly. About 10 - 15 minutes depending on how big you cut the chicken.
- Once chicken is done add baby broccoli florets and heat through.
- Remove chicken and broccoli from pan and place in large glass bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
- Boil salted water in large sauce pan and make Angel Hair pasta to box specifications.
- Rinse pasta in cold water (so it doesn't stick together while making sauce) then drain well. Cover sauce pan and sit aside while making sauce.
- Making Alfredo sauce.
- Separate egg putting yolk in small dish.
- Add heavy whipping cream stirring constantly making sure it doesn't scorch.
- Stir in 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp minced garlic and 4 grinds fresh ground black pepper and 1/2 c shredded Parmesan cheese (use quality cheese).
- Stir constantly until cheese is melted between 10-15 minutes.
- Temper egg yolk by adding small amount of hot liquid cheese/cream mixture in dish with the egg yolk stirring constantly until well incorporated.
- Slowly add yolk mixture into sauce pan containing the cheese/cream mixture stirring constantly.
- Simmer over medium low heat for 3-5 minutes until it reaches desired consistency. Don't worry it will thicken up quickly while simmering.
- Add chicken and broccoli and mix well until heated through.
- Place equal amounts of pasta in 2 bowls and top each with Alfredo Chicken and Broccoli sauce.
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH LEMON AND CHICKEN (LIGHTER)
The fresh flavor burst of lemon perfectly accents the chicken and angel hair pasta in this quick and easy dish. Serve with a generous topping of Parmesan cheese and a tossed green salad.
Provided by Buitoni
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips BUITONI®
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package directions.
- Toss pasta with chicken, oil, butter, lemon juice, parsley, marjoram and garlic powder. Season with salt and ground black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 271 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips for Making the Best Alfredo with Angel Hair Pasta and Chicken:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
- Make sure the Alfredo sauce is thick and creamy. It should coat the pasta and chicken evenly.
- Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or basil. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Alfredo with Angel Hair Pasta and Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can be made in under 30 minutes. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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