Description
This Chicken Alfredo with Egg Noodles is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken with rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce, served over soft egg noodles. It’s a delicious and easy meal that’s perfect for family dinner nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles: Boil egg noodles in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 6-8 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cream & cheese: Pour in heavy cream and stir, bringing the sauce to a simmer. Add Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked chicken and egg noodles to the skillet. Toss to coat the noodles and chicken with the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Serve & garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Enjoy the smooth, creamy goodness of Chicken Alfredo with Egg Noodles, the ultimate comfort meal!
Notes
- You can use whole wheat or gluten-free egg noodles for a healthier or gluten-free version.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the Alfredo sauce.
- If you want more veggies, consider adding sautéed spinach, peas, or broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 39
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg