CHICKEN ALFREDO That Tastes BETTER than Restaurant!!!
CHICKEN ALFREDO That Tastes BETTER than Restaurant!!! is a easy Italian-American recipe that serves 4. 1230 calories per serving. Recipe by Cooking Con Claudia on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 33 min | Total: 53 min
Cost: $16.95 total, $4.24 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Chicken Breast (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for coating chicken and pan)
- 2 tsp Chicken Seasoning Blend (store‑bought or homemade (see description box))
- 12 oz Fettuccine Pasta (or any long pasta)
- 2 cup Broccoli Florets (fresh or frozen)
- 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces)
- 5 clove Garlic (minced)
- 2.5 cup Heavy Cream (full‑fat for richness)
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 0.5 cup Mozzarella Cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
Season the Chicken
Place the thinly sliced chicken in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle the chicken seasoning blend. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
Time: PT5M
Boil Pasta and Cook Broccoli
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fettuccine and cook for 5 minutes. Then add the broccoli florets and continue cooking another 5 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is tender.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: medium-high heat
Drain Pasta and Broccoli
Drain the pasta and broccoli in a colander, set aside, and keep the reserved pasta water for the sauce.
Time: PT2M
Cook the Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium‑high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil, and once hot, add the seasoned chicken. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and set aside.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: medium-high heat
Sauté Garlic in Butter
Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium heat
Create the Alfredo Sauce
Pour the heavy cream into the pan, add the reserved 3/4 cup pasta water, and stir. Bring to a gentle simmer, then season with salt and pepper. Continue to simmer and stir for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: medium heat
Incorporate the Cheeses
Lower the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan followed by the mozzarella until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: low heat
Combine Pasta, Broccoli, and Chicken
Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back into the skillet. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
Time: PT3M
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the chicken alfredo to serving plates, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 1230
- Protein
- 55 g
- Carbohydrates
- 67 g
- Fat
- 69 g
- Fiber
- 6 g
Dietary info: High protein, Contains dairy, Contains gluten
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
Last updated: March 14, 2026






