Indulgent Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake
This Indulgent Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake is a comforting and rich dish that elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. It takes juicy, tender chicken breasts enrobed in a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce, combined with perfectly cooked fettuccine, and finished off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and taste. Initially discovered at our local butcher shop, this recipe has quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this versatile meal is sure to satisfy everyone's cravings. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and textures as you savor every bite.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1/4 cup (for coating chicken)
boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 (no additional preparation)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning chicken)
olive oil
2 tablespoons (for frying chicken)
olive oil
1 teaspoon (for sautéing garlic and onion)
garlic cloves
3 (minced)
onion
1 tablespoon (minced)
heavy cream
1 1/2 cups (no additional preparation)
parmesan cheese
1/3 cup (grated)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (for flavoring sauce)
fettuccine
1 lb (cooked according to package instructions)
parsley
2-3 sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a shallow dish or pie tin, spread the flour evenly for coating the chicken.
3
Sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt on both sides, then coat each piece evenly in the flour. Shake off any excess flour.
4
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the floured chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, turning once, about 2-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
5
Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and onion. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the onion is tender.
6
Increase the heat to medium-high and carefully pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the grated parmesan cheese and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer until bubbly and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
7
Spoon the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring each piece is well coated.
8
Pop the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 180°F (82°C).
9
While the chicken is baking, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions, then drain.
10
Once the chicken is done baking, plate the chicken on a bed of fettuccine and drizzle any remaining sauce from the baking dish on top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately for a delightful meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indulgent Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake?
It is a comforting and rich dish that combines tender chicken breasts, a garlic parmesan cream sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine.
What kind of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
How is the chicken prepared before frying?
The chicken breasts are seasoned with salt and then coated evenly in flour, shaking off any excess.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How long should I brown the chicken in the skillet?
Cook the floured chicken breasts for 2-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown.
What ingredients are used for the sauce?
The sauce is made from garlic, onion, heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
How much heavy cream is needed for the Alfredo sauce?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream.
How much parmesan cheese is required?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of grated parmesan cheese.
What size baking dish should be used?
A 13x9 inch baking dish is recommended.
How long does the chicken bake in the oven?
The chicken should bake for 8-12 minutes.
What is the target internal temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 180°F (82°C).
What type of pasta goes with this dish?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 lb of fettuccine pasta.
What is the recommended garnish?
The dish is garnished with 2-3 sprigs of freshly chopped parsley.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe requires 3 minced garlic cloves.
How much onion is used for the flavor base?
One tablespoon of minced onion is used in the sauce.
When do I add the parmesan cheese to the sauce?
Add the parmesan cheese after pouring the heavy cream into the skillet once it is hot.
How long should the sauce simmer?
Simmer the sauce for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes bubbly and slightly thickened.
Where did this recipe originate?
The recipe was initially discovered at a local butcher shop and became a family favorite.
Is this dish suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as a gourmet experience perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
How should the chicken be served?
Plate the chicken on a bed of cooked fettuccine and drizzle it with the remaining sauce from the baking dish.
What type of oil is used for cooking?
Olive oil is used for both frying the chicken and sautéing the garlic and onion.
How much flour is needed for the coating?
You will need 1/4 cup of flour for coating the chicken.
Can I use different pasta?
While fettuccine is traditional, you can substitute other pasta types if desired.
How much salt is used for the chicken?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt for seasoning the chicken.
How much black pepper is in the sauce?
The sauce is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Is the onion sautéed before adding the cream?
Yes, the onion and garlic are sautéed for 1-2 minutes until fragrant before adding the cream.
Does the recipe include fiber information?
No, the fiber and other nutritional values are not specified in the current recipe data.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe falls under comfort food, Italian cuisine, and dinner recipe tags.
Is this a family-friendly meal?
Yes, it is described as a family favorite that is sure to satisfy everyone's cravings.