Description
Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Fettuccine is a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce enveloping fettuccine pasta. This comforting dish is perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, striking the ideal balance between simplicity and elegance. With its robust flavors and quick preparation time, this recipe will have you impressing your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- Sliced mushrooms
- Fresh garlic
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Fettuccine noodles
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian herbs
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from heat and slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; continuously stir while adding Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs to create the sauce.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the mushroom sauce until well-coated. Top with sliced chicken before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. Shrimp can be used instead of chicken for a seafood variation. A splash of white grape juice can add depth to the sauce.