Description
Southwest Chicken Alfredo is a quick and delicious blend of creamy alfredo sauce and zesty chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper (red or green, your choice), sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Start by boiling a pot of salted water. Add your fettuccine and cook according to the package directions. Drain and set aside, giving it a little drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the chicken: While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, toss in the sliced bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Make the sauce: Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir while bringing it to a gentle simmer, then add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheeses melt and form a luscious sauce.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce along with the sliced chicken. Toss to combine, ensuring every strand is coated in that creamy goodness.
- Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a quicker option, substitute rotisserie chicken. You can also use half and half or Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken alfredo, creamy pasta, quick dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food