Decadent Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti: A Dinner Delight

Ingredients

- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 cups alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and half of the black pepper.

2. Cook the Spaghetti:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually around 8–10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, drain the noodles and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.

3. Sauté the Chicken:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Add the chicken breasts. Cook each side for about 6–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips.

4. Sauté the Onions:
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onions.
- Sauté over medium heat until the onions are translucent and aromatic, about 4–5 minutes.

5. Combine with Alfredo Sauce:
- Lower the heat and pour the alfredo sauce into the skillet with the sautéed onions.
- Stir in the remaining black pepper.
- Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.

6. Combine All Ingredients:
- Add the cooked spaghetti noodles and sliced chicken to the skillet.
- Toss everything together until the spaghetti is well-coated in the alfredo sauce and the chicken is evenly distributed.
- For desired consistency, gradually add the reserved pasta water, stirring until the sauce reaches your preferred thickness.

7. Serve:
- Divide the dish among four bowls.
- Optionally, garnish with freshly cracked black pepper and a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- PT10M
10 minutes
- PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

- PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

1. Chicken Alfredo
2. Spaghetti Recipe
3. Quick Dinner
4. Easy Pasta
5. Family Meal
6. Italian Inspired
7. Creamy Sauce
8. Weeknight Dinner
9. Homemade Alfredo
10. Comfort Food

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 1600 calories for the entire dish

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