Perfect Chicken Alfredo

by Lena Abraham

Oh, chicken alfredo: It's the classic pasta we just can't seem to get enough of. Of course there are tons of jarred pasta sauces you can buy, but making alfredo from-scratch is actually so easy.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 c. whole milk
  • 1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz. fetuccini
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan
  • Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish 

Method

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, 8 minutes per side. Let rest 10 minutes, then slice.  Add milk, broth, and garlic to skillet. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Add fettuccine, stirring frequently for about 3 minutes. Let cook until al dente, 8 minutes more.  Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until combined. Simmer until sauce thickens.  Remove from heat and stir in sliced chicken. Garnish with parsley.