Smoked Paprika & Garlic Chicken Alfredo

Smoked Paprika & Garlic Chicken Alfredo ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 12 oz fettuccine
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Watch how to make Smoked Paprika & Garlic Chicken Alfredo

Follow the key cooking steps, then use the full instructions below for measurements and timing.

How to make Smoked Paprika & Garlic Chicken Alfredo

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat for the fettuccine.
2. Pat the 1.5 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.
3. Add the 12 oz fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
4. While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest, then slice it into strips.
5. Reduce the skillet heat to medium-low. Add 4 tbsp unsalted butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
6. Pour in 2 cups of heavy cream, bring it to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
7. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season the sauce with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper, tasting and adjusting if necessary.
8. Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly, adding a splash or two of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
9. Stir in the sliced chicken breast strips. Serve immediately, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

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