Description
This Chicken & Mushroom Alfredo is a rich and creamy dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a velvety Alfredo sauce, all served over pasta. It’s the perfect comfort food for a cozy night in or when you’re craving something indulgent. Easy to make and full of flavor, this is a meal your family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (button mushrooms or cremini)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for a bit of brightness)
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine (or your favorite pasta)
- Salt, for pasta water
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and paprika.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the olive oil. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until they soften and release their moisture. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, parsley (if using), and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if desired). Continue to cook, stirring, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat everything evenly in the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a more tender result, or use leftover cooked chicken for a quicker meal.
- If you like a stronger mushroom flavor, use cremini or shiitake mushrooms.
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the sauce won’t be as rich and creamy.
- Add some spinach or peas to the dish for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg