Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe: A Simple Dish For Family Dinners

Chicken Alfredo is a versatile dish that pairs well with any pasta or noodles. It can be adapted with different sauces, making it perfect for family dinners. Serve it with garlic bread for a complete meal. This recipe uses fettuccini pasta and a creamy sauce to create a delicious and satisfying dish.

• 1 pound (450 g) boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup cream or half and half
• 2 tablespoons white flour
• ¼ cup chopped onion or shallot
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• ½ teaspoon red pepper
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• ½ cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cups fettuccini pasta

• Frying pan
• Casserole dish

Procedure

1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium flame.
2. Sauté chicken breasts and shallots in hot oil for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Add lemon juice and cook for another 10 minutes. Remove chicken from flame, reserve juices, and transfer chicken to a casserole dish.
3. Melt butter in a clean frying pan. Add flour and stir for about 3 minutes.
4. Slowly add half and half, stirring continuously. Add all spices and seasonings to the sauce.
5. Stir in reserved juices and keep stirring. Reduce heat and slowly stir in Parmesan cheese.
6. Continue stirring until smooth. Pour sauce over chicken in the casserole dish.
7. Cover and bake for 20 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
8. While chicken is cooking, prepare pasta. Serve immediately when chicken is done.

Nutritional Values

The thyme and oregano can be replaced by one teaspoon of zaatar for a different flavour profile. This recipe is easy to follow and results in a creamy, flavourful Chicken Alfredo that everyone will enjoy. Adjust the spices to your taste preference for a personalised touch.