Enjoy the rich and creamy flavors of Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. This recipe combines tender rotisserie chicken with a luscious Alfredo sauce made from cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 rotisserie chicken, deboned and shredded
- 1 stick butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package cream cheese, room temperature, cut into small pieces
- 8 oz heavy cream
- 5 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb cooked fettuccine pasta
Directions
- Prep Chicken: Shred the rotisserie chicken and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for one minute.
- Add Cream Cheese: Add the cream cheese to the saucepan, stirring continuously until melted.
- Incorporate Cream: Gradually add half of the heavy cream, stirring to thin the cream cheese mixture.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the Parmesan cheese in batches, ensuring each batch melts before adding more.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the thickness of the sauce. It should coat the back of a spoon. Add more heavy cream if needed.
- Season: Stir in the onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta with the Alfredo sauce and shredded chicken. Serve hot.
Conclusion and Tips
Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a delightful dish that pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread. For a different twist, try adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the sauce. This dish reheats well and makes for great leftovers.
Have you tried this recipe? Share your experience and any variations in the comments below. What’s your favorite way to enjoy Alfredo pasta?