Description
A creamy and comforting Chicken Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo featuring tender chicken breast, sautéed mushrooms, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta. This classic Italian-American dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced thin
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
Seasonings and Oils
- 1 tsp olive oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp pepper, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and release their moisture, about 5-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt.
- Cook chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into even strips. Season with salt and pepper. In the same or a separate skillet, sauté the chicken over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Alfredo sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine heavy whipping cream, unsalted butter, pressed garlic, and grated parmesan cheese. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Add the cooked fettuccine, sautéed mushrooms, and cooked chicken to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the sauce.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm, topped with additional freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your creamy Chicken Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo!
Notes
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth sauce texture.
- Make sure to not overcook the pasta; al dente is ideal for this dish.
- To add more flavor, you can garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Fettuccine Alfredo, Mushroom Alfredo, Creamy pasta, Italian pasta dish, chicken pasta recipe
