Chicken Alfredo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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500g (1lb) chicken breasts.
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500g (1lb) fettuccine pasta.
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2 cups heavy cream.
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1½ cups Parmesan cheese.
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2 garlic cloves.
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3 tbsp butter.
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2 tbsp olive oil.
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1 tbsp Italian herbs.
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1 tsp garlic powder.
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1 tsp salt.
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½ tsp pepper.
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Fresh parsley for serving.
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Extra Parmesan for serving.
# Instructions:
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Boil salted water and cook fettuccine until al dente (9-12 minutes). Save ½ cup pasta water before draining.
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Slice chicken breasts horizontally to make thin cutlets.
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Season chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
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Cook chicken in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes each side until golden. Set aside.
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In the same pan, melt butter and cook garlic until fragrant (30-60 seconds).
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Add cream and herbs, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
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Mix in Parmesan cheese, cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Combine sliced chicken, pasta, and sauce with some pasta water.
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Top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan to serve.
# Notes:
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This classic comfort dish combines tender chicken with creamy Parmesan sauce and perfectly cooked pasta.
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The sauce is made from scratch using simple ingredients.