A rich and creamy classic featuring tender pan-seared chicken over fettuccine in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce with butter, cream, and Parmesan.
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
12 oz fettuccine pasta
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: chopped parsley, lemon zest
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet and cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side. Rest, then slice.
In same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Pour in cream and simmer 3–4 minutes.
Reduce heat to low. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add pasta and toss to coat.
Add sliced chicken on top. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or lemon zest.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture. Add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for variation. Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream.