Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo paired with a tangy lemon feta whip. This dish combines seared chicken and fettuccine pasta enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce, creating an unforgettable culinary experience that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and enticing aroma, every bite will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp smoky paprika
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Finely chop the garlic and set it aside.
- Cook Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoky paprika. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice into strips.
- Create Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream, stirring until heated through.
- Add Flavors: Mix in smoky paprika and crumbled feta cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine: Return sliced chicken to the skillet along with drained fettuccine. Toss gently until pasta is well coated in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg