Description

Creamy, dreamy, and utterly satisfying—this Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken and Sundried Tomatoes is comfort food that tastes like it’s straight from a fine Italian restaurant. The rich Alfredo sauce wraps around every strand of pasta, clinging to golden, pan-seared chicken and sweet, tangy sundried tomatoes. It’s the kind of dish that turns a regular dinner into something unforgettable. A great option for quick dinners, easy entertaining, or indulgent comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

454 g fettuccine pasta

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic minced

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup sundried tomatoes chopped (oil-packed)

2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear chicken strips for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and stir in garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

5. Return chicken to the skillet along with sundried tomatoes. Add cooked fettuccine and toss to combine.

6. Cook everything together for 2-3 more minutes until heated through and well coated.

7. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use oil-packed sundried tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.

Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and enhances sauce consistency.

Add spinach or mushrooms if you’d like to bulk up the dish with veggies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 645
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 155mg

Keywords: fettuccine alfredo, chicken pasta, sundried tomato pasta