Name: CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 240 g pasta; 3 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp flour; 1 cup milk; 1 tbsp cream cheese; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp chili flakes; Salt & Pepper (to taste); 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese; 250 g chicken breast; 1 tbsp paprika powder; Salt & pepper (to taste); 2 tsp rosemary; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tsp olive oil

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Get ready for a comforting classic—our chicken Alfredo pasta! Tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta come together for a deliciously satisfying meal. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any day you’re craving something cozy and tasty!

COOKING THE PASTA

My favorite pasta to use for this recipe is Penne. But you can also use any type of pasta you prefer. I would recommend spaghetti, farfalle or fusilli.

Begin by cooking the pasta to the perfect al dente texture, following the package instructions, and don’t forget to add a pinch of salt to the boiling water. As the pasta simmers, save around half a cup of the cooking water, and once the pasta reaches its ideal doneness, simply drain it.

This way, you can efficiently multitask, starting the sauce while the pasta cooks, ensuring everything is ready in harmony.

THE ALFREDO SAUCE

Indulge in comfort with our creamy chicken Alfredo sauce! Made with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, it’s the perfect partner for your pasta. With its rich, savory taste, this homemade sauce brings warmth to every bite. Elevate your pasta dishes effortlessly with this classic Alfredo sauce!

What Makes Chicken Alfredo Pasta Special?

Homemade Alfredo Sauce – A velvety mix of butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese.
Juicy Chicken – Pan-seared to golden perfection and sliced for every bite.
Pasta – Fettuccine is classic, but penne, linguine, or spaghetti work too!
Garlic & Butter – The key to a flavorful, rich sauce.
Parmesan Cheese – Adds depth and a nutty, salty finish.
Fresh Herbs – A sprinkle of parsley brightens the dish!

Tips for the Best Chicken Alfredo Pasta

1. Use freshly grated Parmesan

Pre-shredded cheese won’t melt as smoothly.

2. Don’t overcook the chicken

Sear it on medium-high heat for a crispy, golden crust while keeping it juicy.

3. Cook pasta al dente

It absorbs the sauce better without getting mushy.

4. Don’t let the sauce boil

Simmer gently for a silky texture—boiling can cause it to separate.

5. Finish with pasta water

A splash of reserved pasta water helps the sauce stick to the noodles.

INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE SAUCE:

Butter
Olive oil
Flour
Cream cheese
Milk
Garlic powder
Oregano
Mozzarella cheese
Chicken
Paprika
Rosemary

CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA

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Indulge in comfort with our creamy chicken Alfredo sauce! Made with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, it's the perfect partner for your pasta. With its rich, savory taste, this homemade sauce brings warmth to every bite. Elevate your pasta dishes effortlessly with this classic Alfredo sauce!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 2 PEOPLE

Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients

For the pasta

240 g pasta
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1 cup milk
1 tbsp cream cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp chili flakes
Salt & Pepper to taste
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

For the grilled chicken

250 g chicken breast
1 tbsp paprika powder
Salt & pepper to taste
2 tsp rosemary
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

In a bowl, marinate the chicken with paprika, rosemary, salt and pepper. Let it marinate for 1 hour at least for the best results.
In a well-heated pan, add some butter and olive oil, then add the chicken and let it grill on both sides until done. Set aside.
In another saucepan, add the butter and the flour and whisk them very well. Add in the milk while still whisking until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt, pepper, oregano and chili flakes.
Add in the mozzarella cheese and let it simmer.
Add in the cooked pasta and mix very well.
Top the pasta with the grilled chicken with some extra oregano.
Enjoy while warm!

Keyword cheese, CHICKEN, cream, pasta

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CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA

5 from 23 reviews

Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Marination Time

2 hrs

Total Time

2 hrs 20 mins

Course

Appetizer

Cuisine

American

Servings

6 PIECES

Ingredients

240 g pasta

3 tbsp butter

2 tbsp flour

1 cup milk

1 tbsp cream cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp chili flakes

Salt & Pepper

1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

250 g chicken breast

1 tbsp paprika powder

Salt & pepper

2 tsp rosemary

1 tbsp butter

1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

In a bowl, marinate the chicken with paprika, rosemary, salt and pepper. Let it marinate for 1 hour at least for the best results.
In a well-heated pan, add some butter and olive oil, then add the chicken and let it grill on both sides until done. Set aside.
In another saucepan, add the butter and the flour and whisk them very well. Add in the milk while still whisking until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt, pepper, oregano and chili flakes.
Add in the mozzarella cheese and let it simmer.
Add in the cooked pasta and mix very well.
Top the pasta with the grilled chicken with some extra oregano.
Enjoy while warm!

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CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA

COOKING THE PASTA

THE ALFREDO SAUCE

What Makes Chicken Alfredo Pasta Special?