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Plate of creamy Fettucine Alfredo With Chicken showcasing Homemade Chicken Alfredo Pasta and Chicken Alfredo Chicken Seasoning

Lightened-Up Chicken Alfredo


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This lightened-up Chicken Alfredo delivers the creamy comfort of classic Alfredo with healthier swaps and simple techniques. Ready in under 35 minutes, it balances rich flavor and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon chicken alfredo chicken seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low-fat milk warmed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

  • Instructions

    1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.

    2. Pat chicken dry and rub with 1 tablespoon olive oil, chicken seasoning, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium heat 5 to 6 minutes per side until 165°F, then slice.

    3. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

    4. Sprinkle flour into the skillet and whisk for 30 seconds to form a roux.

    5. Slowly pour in warm milk while whisking constantly until sauce begins to thicken.

    6. Reduce heat to low and whisk in Greek yogurt and Parmesan until smooth. Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

    7. Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce and toss gently with tongs to coat evenly.

    8. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more Parmesan before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: stovetop and grilling
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 550
    • Fat: 14
    • Saturated Fat: 4
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 48
    • Fiber: 5
    • Protein: 32
    • Cholesterol: 85

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