Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Name: Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.5 lb pasta; 2 chicken breasts; Salt; Black pepper; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp dried basil; 0.5 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp olive oil; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic; 1.5 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons cream cheese; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh parsley; 0.25 cup reserved pasta water

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This Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and satisfying classic made easy at home. Tender, seasoned chicken is seared to perfection and served over al dente pasta tossed in a rich Alfredo sauce made with garlic, butter, cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra cheese, this dish is a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknights or special occasions alike.

Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain.
Step 2
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and paprika.
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add seasoned chicken and cook, covered, until fully cooked through and golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pan, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
Step 5
Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with the same seasoning blend used on the chicken.
Step 6
Stir in cream cheese and whisk until smooth. Add grated Parmesan and stir until melted and creamy.
Step 7
Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. Mix until evenly coated.
Step 8
Slice the cooked chicken and place on top of the pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve warm.

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