Savory Stove-Top Chicken Alfredo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients

- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pasta:
Boil the fettuccine in a large pot of salted water until al dente, following package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken strips, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

4. Combine Ingredients:
- Return the chicken to the skillet.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce, stirring to incorporate.
- Gently mix in the cooked fettuccine, ensuring it is well-coated with the sauce.

5. Final Touches:
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure all ingredients are heated through.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Chicken Alfredo, Stove-Top, Fettuccine, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Pasta, Creamy Sauce, Italian, Quick Lunch, Gourmet Recipe, One-Pot Meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 2,200

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