Description
Olive Garden’s legendary chicken alfredo recipe blends creamy parmesan sauce with perfectly grilled chicken over fettuccine noodles. Rich Italian-American comfort delivers restaurant-quality flavor straight from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pasta:
- 1 pound (1 lb) fettuccine pasta
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare fettuccine according to package directions, ensuring al dente texture. Drain and reserve.
- Generously season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both surfaces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F). Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, achieving golden brown exterior.
- Transfer chicken to cutting board and slice into uniform diagonal strips.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Sauté minced garlic for 30-45 seconds until aromatic, avoiding browning.
- Slowly pour heavy cream into skillet, stirring continuously. Allow sauce to gently simmer for 2-3 minutes, creating a smooth base.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan cheese, whisking consistently until sauce reaches a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Add cooked fettuccine directly into sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete and even coating.
- Plate pasta, arranging sliced chicken on top and sprinkling with fresh chopped parsley for vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Toast herbs or add red pepper flakes to the Alfredo sauce for extra flavor complexity and a subtle kick.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version, understanding the sauce might be slightly less creamy.
- Keep leftover chicken Alfredo in an airtight container and reheat gently with a splash of milk to prevent sauce separation and maintain smooth texture.
- Consider using grilled or rotisserie chicken as quick alternative protein options that infuse different flavor profiles into the classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 770 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 46 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg