Best 6 Makeover Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our irresistible Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a classic Italian dish reimagined with a modern twist. This creamy and flavorful pasta features tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine noodles, and a velvety Alfredo sauce made from scratch.

Our recipe collection offers three variations of this delightful dish, catering to different preferences and dietary needs. The Classic Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo stays true to the traditional recipe, with a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce made from butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic.

For a lighter and healthier option, try our Lightened-Up Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, which uses low-fat milk and Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream, resulting in a creamy and satisfying sauce without compromising flavor.

Lastly, our Vegetarian Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a plant-based delight, featuring tender and flavorful grilled tofu instead of chicken. This version is perfect for vegetarians and vegans who want to enjoy the classic Alfredo experience without sacrificing taste.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our detailed recipes with step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and handy measurement conversions will guide you through the process effortlessly. So, get ready to impress your family and friends with this classic dish, made even better with our carefully crafted recipes.

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CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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Classic and easy to make, this version of Alfredo doesn't use flour to thicken the sauce. Instead, it relies on a slight simmer and a heavy dose of cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces fettuccine
Olive oil, for tossing
12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 2)
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 cups heavy cream
2 pinches freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (tender but still slightly firm). Drain and toss with a splash of oil.
  • Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch-thick strips, and lay them on a plate or a sheet of waxed paper. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter. When the butter melts, raise the heat to medium-high and add the chicken in 1 layer. Cook, without moving the pieces, until the underside has browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip the pieces, and cook until browned and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a medium bowl.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 6 tablespoons butter. Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. When the butter has mostly melted, whisk in the cream and nutmeg and bring to a simmer, then cook for 2 minutes. Lower the heat to keep the sauce just warm.
  • Whisk the Parmigiano-Reggiano into the sauce. Add the chicken and cooked pasta and toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in heated bowls.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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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

2 lbs Chicken Breast
3/4 lbs fettuccine pasta ((or angel hair or vermicelli pasta))
1 lb white mushrooms (thickly sliced)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 1/2 cups half and half (*)
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped, (plus more for garnish)
1 tsp sea salt (or to taste, plus more for pasta water)
1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
3 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 Tbsp unsalted butter

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

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fettuccine
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons salted butter
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Dredge in the flour and shake off the excess. Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until the butter melts. Carefully place the dredged chicken into pan. Add the grated garlic. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Pour the cream into the same pan and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan. Add the pasta to the mixture and toss to combine. Add the cooked chicken and gently toss. Garnish with the parsley and serve immediately.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINI ALFREDO



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This is a family favorite. A creamy, cheesy Alfredo dish, great with a salad and garlic bread.

Provided by Emily

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
6 tablespoons butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 pound fettuccini pasta
1 onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground white pepper
3 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat combine chicken, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • 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, melt 4 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Saute onion, 2 cloves garlic, and mushrooms until onions are transparent. Stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. Slowly add milk and half-and-half, stirring until smooth and creamy. Stir in Parmesan and Colby-Monterey Jack cheeses; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in chicken mixture, tomatoes and sour cream. Serve over cooked fettuccini.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 132.8 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 1385.9 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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This chicken fettuccine Alfredo is very creamy and tasty. You'll be surprised it's so low-fat. A filling dish, this recipe mixes tender chunks of chicken with peas, noodles and a smooth sauce. -LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in , a large skillet, saute chicken and onion in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add the garlic, salt and cayenne; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended., Gradually add the half-and-half, peas and cheese. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Drain fettuccine; toss with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH FETTUCCINE



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This classic Italian dish includes fettuccine tossed with butter and Parmesan cheese, and it's quick and easy to make. U.S. versions of the dish may include chicken or shrimp. Whatever your choice, with three simple steps in our chicken alfredo recipe, you'll have a hearty dinner on the table in no time!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound chicken
Coarse salt
Ground white pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups heavy cream
4 cloves garlic, peeled
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1 pound fettucine

Steps:

  • Cut chicken in strips. Season with salt and white pepper and saute in butter. Meanwhile in a separate pot, simmer garlic cloves in cream for 10 minutes.
  • Pour cream into pan with chicken, removing garlic cloves. Stir in Parmesan. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Toss pasta with sauce and serve with extra Parmesan.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken or it will become tough.
  • Cook the fettuccine according to the package directions.
  • Make sure the Alfredo sauce is thick and creamy.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese before serving.
  • Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

This makeover chicken fettuccine Alfredo is a quick and easy meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy Alfredo sauce is made with a few simple ingredients and the chicken is cooked to perfection. The fettuccine noodles are cooked al dente and tossed with the sauce and chicken. This dish is then topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. It is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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