Best 4 Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo Recipes

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Indulge in a guilt-free Alfredo experience with our skinny fettuccine Alfredo recipe. This healthier version of the classic dish uses low-fat ingredients and clever cooking techniques to deliver a creamy, cheesy sauce without sacrificing flavor. Enjoy the rich taste of Alfredo without the extra calories and fat. Our collection also features a variety of other delicious pasta recipes, including a flavorful shrimp scampi, a hearty and flavorful sausage and peppers pasta, and a refreshing and light lemon garlic shrimp pasta. Whether you're craving a creamy indulgence, a seafood delight, a spicy kick, or a refreshing burst of citrus, we have the perfect pasta recipe to satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SKINNY FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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A rich and creamy lightened up Alfredo sauce that tastes just as good as the original!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces fettuccine
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups 2% milk, or more, as needed
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 ounces Neufchatel cheese, cubed
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and garlic powder until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in cheeses until melted, about 1-2 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in pasta and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

SKINNY ALFREDO SAUCE



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This is a skinny version of everyone's favorite Alfredo sauce. You won't miss the cream or butter one bit!

Provided by Sarah Stewart

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

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup fat-free milk
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until golden, about 1 minute. Mix in flour and cook until you have a thick paste, about 1 minute. Whisk chicken broth in slowly until mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour in milk and whisk until smooth.
  • Simmer mixture until thick, about 10 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 531.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

LOW-CAL FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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This lighter version of alfredo gives you all the creaminess of the original without loads of heavy cream and butter.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-fat (2%) milk
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons Neufchâtel or low-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces fresh fettuccine
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest and cook until the garlic is slightly soft, about 1 minute. Add in the flour and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, whisking constantly, until just thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the Neufchâtel and parmesan cheese; whisk until melted, about 1 minute. Stir in the chopped parsley.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and return to the pot. Add the sauce and 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water to the pasta and gently toss to combine, adding more cooking water as needed to loosen. Season with salt. Divide among bowls and top with parmesan and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 48 milligrams, Sodium 734 milligrams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 20 grams

SKINNY FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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65% less fat • 71% less sat fat • 36% fewer calories than the original recipe. Wow! Healthifying cut cholesterol and sodium by more than half from the original recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb uncooked fettuccine
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash freshly ground black pepper
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 oz 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel)
2/3 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain; return to saucepan. Cover to keep warm; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir milk, flour, salt, black pepper and red pepper with wire whisk until smooth. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly (do not burn). With wire whisk, stir milk mixture into butter mixture in saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes or until mixture thickens and boils.
  • Stir in cream cheese until melted. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Pour over fettuccine; toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use low-fat milk and half-and-half: This will help reduce the fat content of the sauce without sacrificing flavor.
  • Add a little bit of cornstarch to the sauce: This will help thicken it up and make it more creamy.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese: This will give the sauce a more robust flavor than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs to the sauce: This will brighten up the flavor and make it more interesting.
  • Serve the sauce over whole-wheat pasta: This will make the dish more nutritious and filling.

Conclusion:

This skinny fettuccine Alfredo is a delicious and healthier way to enjoy your favorite pasta dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're craving Alfredo, give this recipe a try!

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