1Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water, according to package instructions. Once pasta is tender, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water, according to package instructions. Once pasta is tender, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
3Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water, according to package instructions. Once pasta is tender, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
4Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness using a rolling pin or heavy pot. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika and Italian seasoning.
5Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness using a rolling pin or heavy pot. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika and Italian seasoning.
6Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness using a rolling pin or heavy pot. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika and Italian seasoning.
7Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add in the olive oil. Cook chicken on both sides for 3 to 5 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from pan and place on a plate, lightly covered with foil to rest at least 5 minutes.
8Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add in the olive oil. Cook chicken on both sides for 3 to 5 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from pan and place on a plate, lightly covered with foil to rest at least 5 minutes.
9Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add in the olive oil. Cook chicken on both sides for 3 to 5 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from pan and place on a plate, lightly covered with foil to rest at least 5 minutes.
10To the same skillet that was used to cook the chicken, reduce heat to medium and add in the butter. Once melted, add in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
11To the same skillet that was used to cook the chicken, reduce heat to medium and add in the butter. Once melted, add in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
12To the same skillet that was used to cook the chicken, reduce heat to medium and add in the butter. Once melted, add in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
13Add in the cream cheese and whisk gently until cream cheese is mostly melted into the butter. The mixture will look a little clumpy, like cottage cheese (this is normal!).
14Add in the cream cheese and whisk gently until cream cheese is mostly melted into the butter. The mixture will look a little clumpy, like cottage cheese (this is normal!).
15Add in the cream cheese and whisk gently until cream cheese is mostly melted into the butter. The mixture will look a little clumpy, like cottage cheese (this is normal!).
16Gradually pour in the heavy cream, while whisking, until the mixture becomes smooth. Add in the parmesan cheese and stir until melted through.
17Gradually pour in the heavy cream, while whisking, until the mixture becomes smooth. Add in the parmesan cheese and stir until melted through.
18Gradually pour in the heavy cream, while whisking, until the mixture becomes smooth. Add in the parmesan cheese and stir until melted through.
19To the sauce, add in the cooked fettuccine noodles and toss to coat. If needed, use the reserved pasta sauce to add more moisture to the sauce and pasta. Season with salt and pepper.
20To the sauce, add in the cooked fettuccine noodles and toss to coat. If needed, use the reserved pasta sauce to add more moisture to the sauce and pasta. Season with salt and pepper.
21To the sauce, add in the cooked fettuccine noodles and toss to coat. If needed, use the reserved pasta sauce to add more moisture to the sauce and pasta. Season with salt and pepper.
22Slice the chicken breast into strips and serve over the noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and more freshly cracked pepper. Enjoy hot!
23Slice the chicken breast into strips and serve over the noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and more freshly cracked pepper. Enjoy hot!
24Slice the chicken breast into strips and serve over the noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and more freshly cracked pepper. Enjoy hot!
Ingredients
12 oz Fettuccine noodles, uncooked
12 oz Fettuccine noodles, uncooked
12 oz Fettuccine noodles, uncooked
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp olive oil
0.5 cup butter, salted
0.5 cup butter, salted
0.5 cup butter, salted
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cream cheese
8 oz cream cheese
8 oz cream cheese
1.5 cups heavy cream
1.5 cups heavy cream
1.5 cups heavy cream
8 oz parmesan cheese, shredded
8 oz parmesan cheese, shredded
8 oz parmesan cheese, shredded
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
1 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
1 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
Equipment
large potrolling pinheavy potlarge skillet
Tips
Make sure you DON’T skip pounding the chicken breasts before cooking and resting it under tinfoil after. This ensures that your chicken will be juicy and tender.
Like it spicy? Add a few sprinkles of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra spice to an already amazing dish!
You can substitute the fresh chopped parsley for fresh basil or rosemary for a different but delicious flavor.