Description
This dish captures classic fettuccine alfredo’s essence: extra-virgin olive oil-sautéed chicken seasoned simply with salt and pepper for pure flavor focus, deglazed with low-sodium chicken broth and whole milk to build depth, minced garlic infusing aromatic warmth, heavy whipping cream for that signature silkiness, and freshly grated Parmesan melting into cheesy perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 halal boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- Sauce & Pasta:
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 8–12 oz dry fettuccine
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 2 Tbsp chopped parsley
OPTIONAL:
- Veggies (broccoli/peas)
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season chicken salt/pepper. Heat oil med-high; sear 7-8 min/side (165°F). Rest, slice.
- Same skillet med: Add broth, milk, garlic. Simmer.
- Nestle fettuccine in liquid. Simmer 8 min, stir often al dente.
- Stir in cream + Parmesan. Simmer low 2-4 min thick & glossy.
- Fold in chicken. Garnish parsley. Serve!
PRO TIPS:
- One-pot: No drain
- Fresh Parmesan melts best
- Halal chicken/broth only
- Add veggies last 5 min
- Reheat milk splash
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 671
- Fat: 33g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 44g