Chicken Alfredo for One
Indulge in the creamy comfort of "Chicken Alfredo for One," a perfectly portioned meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken breast atop a bed of silky, Parmesan-laden fettuccine, this recipe is a dream for pasta lovers. The homemade Alfredo sauce, made with garlic, butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan, is rich yet effortlessly simple to prepare. Ideal for solo dining or a cozy night in, this quick and satisfying dish is elevated with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Whether you're looking to impress yourself or simply craving indulgent comfort food, this single-serving Chicken Alfredo is sure to deliver.
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Ingredients
- 1 piece (about 6 oz) Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breast on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
Step 3
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Step 4
In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour in the heavy cream and stir, letting it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Step 6
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Add the sliced chicken on top.
Step 7
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (479.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1449.8 |
| Total Fat 85.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g | |
| Cholesterol 320.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2015.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.1g | |
| Protein 77.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 477.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 421.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories