Description
Enjoy a comforting Chicken Mushroom Alfredo with tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and fettuccine pasta in a creamy Parmesan sauce. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces of fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts.
- Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté over medium heat for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat.
- Add sliced chicken on top and toss until well combined and heated through.
- If the dish is too dry, add more reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Optionally, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Customize with vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, keeping in mind the sauce may be less rich.
- Pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes