Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy Alfredo chicken pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dish features tender chicken enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce, all nestled atop a bed of perfectly cooked pasta. The Alfredo sauce, a harmonious blend of cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, and herbs, adds a luscious richness to the chicken and pasta, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through two delectable variations of this timeless recipe. The first recipe stays true to the classic Alfredo, while the second introduces a delightful twist with the addition of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, offering a vibrant pop of color and a burst of flavor. Both recipes are easy to follow and promise a restaurant-quality dish that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey to Alfredo chicken pasta perfection!
CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO
I learned how to make creamy chicken Alfredo from my dad who has always been an incredible cook and amazing teacher. Chicken Alfredo was always my favorite. A lot of the recipes I see that are worthwhile are too much work because you have to make your own sauce, and those that don't have you make your own have no flavor. This recipe shows you how to take plain, bland, store-made sauce and make it more than restaurant-worthy.
Provided by supertat
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook thin spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add Alfredo sauce to the chicken along with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion, basil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne. Bring to a slight boil; stir in Parmesan cheese. Cook mixture until cheese is melted and you are able to lift a spoon out of the sauce without cheese hanging onto it, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Add broccoli to sauce.
- Drain cooked pasta. Scoop into individual serving bowls and pour sauce on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.6 calories, Carbohydrate 66.9 g, Cholesterol 107.5 mg, Fat 47.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 2767.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
EASY CHICKEN PASTA ALFREDO
A friend of mine got this recipe while traveling in Italy. Chicken, mushrooms, and tortellini in rich cream sauce. Delicious! Serve sprinkled with parsley and cheese.
Provided by Lisa Cascioli Hauser
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken breast in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Melt butter in another skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms and garlic powder until mushrooms begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into mushrooms and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt. Continue to cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
- Stir tortellini and chicken into mushroom-cream sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 201.1 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 843 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO
Rich, thick and creamy Alfredo sauce on a layer of pasta or oven roasted vegetables. Mmmm....Mamma Mia! What else can one say? This quick and easy recipe shows you how to make this Italian sauce from scratch.
Provided by tastetester 2
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Directions:
- Place the cream, butter and cream cheese together in a saucepan until melted, stirring constantly.
- Add Parmesan and garlic powder and simmer for about 15-20 minutes on a low heat until the cheese begins to brown just slightly. Take off the fire immediately. Check for seasoning.
- Tips:
- For a creamier and richer version, you could double the amount of butter.
CHICKEN ALFREDO
Our easy chicken alfredo pasta recipe is rich, creamy and the perfect antidote to hunger pangs. You're just two steps away from cheesy pasta perfection.
Provided by Elena Silcock
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium high heat. Add the chicken thighs and fry for around 10 mins, turning half way, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Set aside to cool a little, then use two forks to shred.
- Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and add the pasta, cook for 1 minute less that package instructions. Whilst the pasta is cooking, add the butter to the frying pan over a medium heat, scraping the bottom a little to get any of the browned bits. Tip in the cream along with the nutmeg and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken back to the pan.
- Once the pasta is cooked, use tongs to transfer the pasta straight from the water into the frying pan with the cream mixture. Sprinkle most of the parmesan over and use the tongs to toss it all together, adding a splash of the pasta water if it looks a little stiff. Season well, then tip into bowls. Top with the remaining parmesan, a scattering of parsley, and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 757 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 60 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 0.61 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Fresh pasta, good quality chicken, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese will make a big difference in the final dish.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This is important to prevent foodborne illness.
- Don't boil the cream. Bring it to a simmer over low heat and stir constantly. Boiling the cream can cause it to curdle.
- Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook for a few minutes, or until the pasta is heated through.
- Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Conclusion:
This creamy Alfredo chicken pasta is a quick and easy meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. It is a perfect weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. With its rich and creamy sauce, tender chicken, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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