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A close-up shot of a serving plate on a white marble cooktop, featuring a generous portion of Chicken Alfredo Pasta, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. A side of golden garlic bread rests beside the plate, completing the comforting meal

Chicken Alfredo Recipe

This creamy Chicken Alfredo is rich, garlicky, and loaded with flavor. Perfectly seasoned chicken, tender pasta, and velvety sauce make it a comforting, restaurant-style meal ready in just 40 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian- American
Servings 12
Calories 833 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet or pan (for cooking chicken)
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander (for draining pasta)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 16 ounce packages thin spaghetti
  • 4 15 ounce jars Alfredo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ tablespoon cayenne pepper or to taste
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese Optional
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli Optional

Instructions
 

  • Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
    A close-up shot of a large stainless steel pot on a white marble cooktop, filled with boiling salted water. Thin spaghetti is being submerged, its strands gradually softening as gentle steam rises. A wooden spoon rests on the edge, ready to stir the pasta
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
    A close-up shot of a glass bowl on a white marble cooktop, containing raw chicken chunks being seasoned. Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning are sprinkled evenly over the pieces, enhancing their flavor before cooking
  • Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fully cooked.
    A close-up shot of a black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where seasoned chicken chunks sizzle and turn golden brown. The surface glistens with natural juices and a spatula stirs the pieces, ensuring even cooking
  • Add Alfredo sauce to the skillet and stir in fresh basil, cayenne pepper, and chopped onion.
    A close-up shot of the same black skillet on a white marble cooktop, now with creamy Alfredo sauce being poured over the cooked chicken. Fresh basil, cayenne pepper, and chopped onion are stirred in, blending into a rich, velvety mixture
  • Mix in the pasta and toss until everything is well coated in the creamy sauce.
    A close-up shot of the black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where cooked spaghetti is being added to the Alfredo sauce. A pair of tongs lifts and tosses the pasta, ensuring each strand is coated evenly in the luscious, creamy sauce
  • Add optional broccoli and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.
    A close-up shot of the black skillet on a white marble cooktop, as fresh, bright green broccoli florets are added to the pasta. The steam rises gently, softening the broccoli while it blends into the dish for a vibrant touch
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and stir until melted and creamy.
    A close-up shot of the black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where shredded Parmesan cheese is generously sprinkled over the pasta. The heat melts the cheese into the sauce, creating a rich and creamy finish
  • Serve hot with a side of garlic bread or salad. Enjoy!
    A close-up shot of a serving plate on a white marble cooktop, featuring a generous portion of Chicken Alfredo Pasta, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. A side of golden garlic bread rests beside the plate, completing the comforting meal