Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the middle, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Allow the cream to reduce slightly, then add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve some of the pasta water.

6. 6

   Slice the cooked chicken into strips.

7. 7

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

8. 8

   Serve the pasta with the sliced chicken on top. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper if desired.