Best 6 Fettucine With Chicken And Bell Pepper Cream Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of Fettuccine with Chicken and Bell Pepper Cream Sauce. This delectable dish, a symphony of flavors and textures, is sure to leave you craving for more. The tender fettuccine noodles, enveloped in a luscious cream sauce infused with succulent chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a hint of garlic, create a harmonious balance that will delight your palate.

Elevate your cooking skills with three variations of this culinary masterpiece, each offering a unique twist. The classic Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken and Bell Peppers is a timeless favorite, where the rich Alfredo sauce takes center stage. For those who prefer a lighter option, the Fettuccine with Chicken and Bell Peppers in a Creamy Tomato Sauce offers a vibrant tanginess. And for those seeking a touch of spice, the Fettuccine with Chicken and Bell Peppers in a Spicy Arrabiata Sauce promises a fiery delight.

No matter your preference, these recipes will guide you through the culinary process, ensuring a successful and enjoyable cooking experience. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this flavorful and versatile dish, perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

RIGATONI WITH CHICKEN AND BELL PEPPERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
12 ounces rigatoni
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 onion, sliced
2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 orange), sliced
1 28-ounce can whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for topping
2 jarred hot cherry peppers, stemmed and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the onion, bell peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until softened, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, basil, pasta and the reserved cooking water to the tomato sauce. Cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 4 minutes. Drizzle each serving with olive oil and top with basil and the cherry peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 690 milligrams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 30 grams

CHICKEN PRIMAVERA ALFREDO



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Sauteed chicken, mushrooms, and green and red peppers in a rich Alfredo sauce.

Provided by Carrie Asta-Pyros

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound fettuccine pasta
¼ cup butter
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
4 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
½ cup butter
1 pint heavy whipping cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in the fettuccine, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken and garlic in butter until chicken is browned. Add mushrooms, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
  • Melt remaining 1/2 cup butter with half the heavy cream in a large saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, alternating with pieces of cream cheese, stirring constantly. Stir in remaining heavy cream, simmering until sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken and vegetable mixture into cream sauce.
  • Transfer pasta to the saucepan and stir in egg. Cook and stir for 1 minute and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 974 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 267.9 mg, Fat 70.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 43.1 g, Sodium 440.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN FETTUCCINE



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This chicken alfredo recipe is really unique as it doesn't use a thickening agent, and is very versatile!

Provided by Torrerizor

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces fettuccini pasta
2 tablespoons butter
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet, brown chicken and mushrooms in butter until chicken is cooked through. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Add whipping cream and cook until thick, stirring constantly. Add parmesan cheese when at desired consistency. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 790.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 244.6 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 53.3 g, SaturatedFat 25.9 g, Sodium 723.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

FETTUCINE WITH CHICKEN AND BELL PEPPER CREAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Fettucine With Chicken and Bell Pepper Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon butter
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
8 ounces fettuccine
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to plate.
  • Add green and red bell peppers and onion to same skillet and saute until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper to skillet and saute 4 minutes.
  • Add whipping cream and chicken stock.
  • Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • Cut chicken into strips and add to sauce.
  • Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  • Add basil and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese to sauce, stirring to incorporate.
  • Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite.
  • Drain and return to pot.
  • Add sauce and toss to coat.
  • Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.
  • Makes 4 first-course servings.

FETTUCCINE WITH CHICKEN AND BELL PEPPER CREAM SAUCE



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My niece Kristi shared this delicious recipe with me and I altered it to make it more diet friendly!

Provided by Likkel

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1 1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
8 ounces fettuccine

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast into several strips, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate.
  • Add green and red bell peppers and onion to same skillet and sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper to skillet and sauté 4 minutes. Add half & half and chicken stock. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • Cut chicken into strips and add to sauce. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add basil and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese to sauce, stirring to incorporate. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain and return to pot. Add sauce and toss to coat.
  • Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.2, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 121.8, Sodium 452.5, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 9.7, Protein 33.5

FETTUCCINE WITH SWEET PEPPER-CAYENNE SAUCE



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Very flavorful and spicy. You'll never know it's a healthy dish. You can also add some cut up grilled chicken - wonderful!

Provided by julieliz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
2 red bell peppers, julienned
3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup reduced fat sour cream
¾ cup chicken broth
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, spray cooking oil in a large skillet and saute red bell peppers, garlic and cayenne pepper over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and broth; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
  • Toss hot pasta with sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Carbohydrate 69.3 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 403.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook them until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), then remove them from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Use a Good Quality Cream Sauce: The cream sauce is one of the key components of this dish, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can either make your own or use a store-bought sauce. If you're using a store-bought sauce, be sure to taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Add Some Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs can brighten up the flavor of the dish. Try adding some chopped parsley, basil, or oregano to the sauce or as a garnish.

Conclusion:

This fettuccine with chicken and bell pepper cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try!

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