If you also think that you should cook and eat the same dish every week, then you can also make Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta at home, the recipe of which is very good and wonderful, the whole recipe of which is explained step by step.
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Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta, Classic and Comforting Dish:-
This is a very easy meal in which tender chicken is cooked to perfection with Alfredo sauce which tastes very good and wonderful with pasta.
You must have eaten creamy pasta in a restaurant or shop. You must try it at home once, Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a restaurant quality dish that can be prepared in your kitchen in a great way.
A comfort food for weekdays, this recipe is definitely made by everyone on Sunday. It is a mixture of creamy cheese and salty taste.
It is also very special for dinner and is definitely made on any occasion.
In this guide, you will learn all the instructions to make Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta, from seasoning to cooking it perfectly and serving it in a classic way.
Reasons to love Chicken Alfredo Pasta:-
You can make it taste even better at home by adding fresh ingredients yourself rather than eating from outside.
You can make it as per your liking, whether you add less or more cheese, or you can choose the veggies or pasta yourself.
Many people in the family like it, so if no one feels like eating it, then this creamy paneer-like taste is very good.
It gets ready very quickly, within 30 to 40 minutes.
Ingredients (5 people)
Chicken Ingredients:-
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, color)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Pasta Ingredients
1 tablespoon salt, for pasta water
12 ounces fettuccine pasta (340 grams)
Alfredo Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1½ cups fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Garnishing Ingredients, (optional)
- Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley
To make Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta, assemble all these ingredients first Make sure to do this so that you don’t miss any ingredients while cooking.
Instructions – Step by Step
1. Preparing the Chicken
First, pat the chicken breast dry with a paper towel so that it browns nicely.
Take a small bowl and add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper and salt and mix them all together.
Now apply the seasoning evenly on all sides of the chicken breast.
Now use a large skillet and heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken in it and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on all sides until it turns golden brown.
The internal temperature is 165° Fahrenheit (74° Celsius).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest at room temperature for 5 to 7 minutes. Then place the chicken on a plate and slice it into thin strips.
2. Cook the pasta
Now take a large pot and boil the water. Then add one tablespoon of salt and add the pasta and cook till it becomes al dente as per the instructions on the packet.
After cooking, drain the water. Before that, take out one cup of pasta water and keep it aside. If your sauce turns out to be thick later, this can be helpful in correcting it.
3. Making Creamy Alfredo Sauce
To make the sauce, take the pan in which the chicken was cooked and put it on medium heat without washing it. (These brown pieces make the taste very good.)
Now add four tablespoons of butter and melt it.
Add chopped garlic and fry it for 25 to 30 seconds, be careful not to burn it.
Now add milk and thick cream, mix well and boil on low flame, after boiling reduce the flame further.
Add Parmesan cheese little by little and mix till the sauce becomes soft and thick.
Now add black pepper, salt and nutmeg. Then taste it, you can change the seasoning if needed.
4. Mixing Chicken, Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce.
Apply Creamy Alfredo on all the mixture and mix it. Use light hands to apply it well, so that everything gets mixed evenly.
When the sauce starts thickening, add the pasta water slowly and then mix it.
Heat the cheeses for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavors blend together.
5. Serving and Garnishing
- Place the pasta on a serving platter or a large family platter.
- Now add a sprinkling of fresh parsley for color.
- Sprinkle Parmesan on top to give the cheese a finishing touch.
- For immediate serving, use a crisp side salad or warm garlic bread.
Some Tips:- To Make the Perfect Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Cooking the Pasta Al Date– Do not use overcooked pasta as overcooked pasta will become mushy in the sauce.
Using Fresh Parmesan– If you have pre-grated the cheese, it contains anti-tangling agents which can make the sauce grainy.
Seasoning the Crust- To get the rich flavor, mix the chicken, pasta water and sauce with different spices.
After adding the cheese, do not boil the sauce as boiling it makes it oily and separates.
Prepare the chicken and sauce first and cook them separately and keep them in the fridge and while serving you can mix it with the pasta and serve.
Option to try:-
Shrimp is a great addition to seafood Alfredo, so instead of using chicken, you can add some sort of shrimp to enhance the flavor.
For a spicy Alfredo, add crushed red pepper flakes or Cajun seasoning to enhance the flavor.
For more nutrition in veggie Alfredo, use broccoli, spinach and mushrooms.
Crispy bacon Alfredo and sprinkle it on top of all the prepared country.
Wine pairing:-
Pinot Grigio is a great accompaniment to a creamy sauce or tender chicken.
Nutritional
- 720 – calories
- 50 – grams of carbohydrates
- 880 – milligrams of sodium
- 35 – grams of protein
- 42 – grams of fat
- 2 – grams of fiber
Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe Questions:-
Q. What is the best pasta for Alfredo?
Fettuccini is best, but linguine, spaghetti or penne are also good.
Q, Can I use store bought Alfredo sauce?
Yes! But store bought does not taste as fresh in texture and is not as creamy as homemade.
You can make store bought Alfredo sauce even better by adding garlic and Parmesan.
Q. Should I refrigerated Alfredo sauce?
Yes! But the creamy sauce can sometimes melt and separate. For best results, avoid pouring the sauce over chicken or pasta. Set aside. Once out of the fridge, whisk and reheat gently, just a little.
Q. How to make gluten free?
You can make it gluten free by using store bought Alfredo and check that your Parmesan cheese is gluten free.
Final Thoughts
Creamy Homestyle Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a wonderful dish that will make everyone happy as soon as it is placed on the table because it is very tasty and wonderful with a smooth sauce, tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta.
All the step by step process is given here. You can make it very well at home with the help of this recipe and you can cook your favorite Italian restaurant-like food in the kitchen and serve it to your family and friends.
If you are hosting a party or want to eat a delicious meal, then you can make it for dinner party as well.
This dish can be very good for you on weekends, serve it with garlic bread, fresh salad and if you are fond of wine, then you can serve it with a glass of wine which will change your dinner into a very delicious and great taste.
You too get ready to make this wonderful dish.