Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Why it’s great for your cooking channel: Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a classic Italian-American dish that showcases a combination of cooking techniques, including pan-searing chicken, preparing a creamy sauce, and cooking pasta to perfection. This recipe provides ample opportunities to demonstrate knife skills, sauce-making techniques, and proper pasta cooking methods, making it educational and engaging for your viewers. With its rich and indulgent flavors, Chicken Alfredo Pasta is sure to appeal to a wide audience and become a favorite on your cooking channel.

Description: Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a decadent and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken breast, creamy Alfredo sauce, and al dente pasta for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, this dish is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serving size: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
• Season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
• Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, butter, and nutmeg (if using), until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
• Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and simmer in the Alfredo sauce for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
• Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss until well coated, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and achieve your desired consistency.
• Serve the Chicken Alfredo Pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy your indulgent and satisfying meal!