Description
A creamy, peppery twist on classic Alfredo, this Black Pepper Chicken Alfredo Pasta combines tender chicken with rich Parmesan sauce and bold black pepper heat.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts: 2 boneless skinless, thinly sliced
- Fettuccine Pasta: 12 ounces
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup, freshly grated
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: To taste
- Parsley: Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and a large pot of salted water until boiling.
- Combine Ingredients: Season chicken with salt and black pepper. In the skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Assemble the Dish: Add cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente, then drain (reserving ½ cup pasta water).
- Cook to Perfection: Slice the chicken and return to skillet. Add pasta and toss to coat. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in black pepper, adjusting to taste. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate pasta and chicken, sprinkle with more black pepper and chopped parsley.
Notes
- Note: Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor.
- Note: Add a splash of lemon juice to brighten the dish if desired.
- Note: A bit of pasta water can help adjust sauce thickness perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: black pepper pasta, chicken alfredo, creamy pasta, quick dinner, comfort food, weeknight pasta