How To Make The Most Delicious Creamy Chicken Alfredo
Recipe Overview
Overview
Chicken Alfredo is a beloved dish that combines the comforting flavors of creamy sauce and tender chicken. The recipe begins with flattening chicken breasts to ensure they cook evenly and remain juicy. After seasoning the chicken with a blend of spices, it is pan-fried until golden brown, creating a delicious crust that locks in flavor.
The Alfredo sauce is where the magic happens. A mixture of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese creates a rich, velvety texture that clings beautifully to the pasta. The addition of sautéed garlic and onions adds aromatic depth, making each bite a delight. The key is to allow the sauce to simmer gently, ensuring the cheese melts perfectly without clumping.
Once the pasta is cooked al dente, it is tossed with the creamy sauce and chicken, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and indulgent. This Chicken Alfredo is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, and it’s sure to impress anyone who tries it. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a touch of color and flavor, and enjoy a comforting meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: Use lemon juice to wash chicken to remove rawness.
Flatten chicken breast using a clean film and a food hammer.
Dry washed chicken with a paper towel.
Add oil and sprinkle seasoning on chicken, then massage it in.
Tip: Massage seasoning into the chicken for better flavor.
Heat oil in a pot.
Fry chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
Cover the chicken and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
Cut the cooked chicken into small pieces.
Add oil to a pot and heat it.
Add onion to the pot and sauté for 10 seconds.
Add garlic to the pot and sauté for 15 seconds.
Tip: Let onions sauté for at least 10 seconds before adding garlic.
Add half a cup of whole milk to the pot.
Add remaining heavy cream to the pot.
Tip: Taste the sauce to adjust seasoning to your liking.
Allow the sauce to come to a simmer.
Add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
Add more milk if the sauce is too thick.
Tip: Add more milk to the sauce if it gets too thick.
Add pasta to a pot with water and cook for 6 minutes.
Tip: Add salt to the pasta water to enhance flavor.
Allow the sauce to simmer after adding cheese.
Add cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well.
Add the cut chicken to the pasta and mix.
Add a pinch of salt and adjust seasoning as needed.
Tip: Adjust seasoning in the final dish to your preference.
Plate the chicken Alfredo.
Tip: Garnish with thyme for presentation, it's optional.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Pasta
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Chicken Alfredo is a classic Italian-American dish known for its creamy sauce and rich flavors.
- •Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese enhances the flavor and texture of the sauce.
- •Cooking the chicken until golden brown adds depth to the dish.
- •Adding a pinch of salt to the pasta water helps to season the pasta as it cooks.
