Low Fat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Indulge in creamy comfort without the guilt with this Low Fat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo recipe. This lighter take on the classic Italian dish combines tender chicken breast, al dente fettuccine, and a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made with low-fat milk and a hint of Parmesan cheese. Seasoned with fragrant garlic, Italian herbs, and a touch of freshly chopped parsley, this dish is full of flavor yet lower in calories and saturated fat. Designed for busy weeknights, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, yielding a restaurant-quality meal perfect for the whole family. Whether you're aiming for a balanced dinner or treating yourself to a wholesome comfort food classic, this healthy chicken Alfredo will satisfy your cravings without compromising your goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1.5 tbsp cornstarch
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with the salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, low-fat milk, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the garlic.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring continuously until it begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing until evenly coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Serve immediately and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1360.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2449.7

Total Fat 54.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 444.8mg	0%
Sodium 2392.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 210.2g	0%

Vitamin D 123.5IU	0%
Calcium 842.3mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1275.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.0%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 45.4%