Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Alfredo Recipe

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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 20, 2024

Enjoy the rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and creamy Alfredo sauce in this delicious chicken pasta dish. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, this recipe is sure to impress your guests with its savory and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken until no longer pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions.
  6. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve the chicken Alfredo over the cooked pasta, garnished with fresh basil.

Interesting Facts

  • Alfredo sauce is named after Alfredo di Lelio, an Italian chef who invented the sauce in Rome in the early 20th century.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes are packed with umami flavor and add a unique richness to dishes.
  • Chicken Alfredo is a popular Italian-American dish that combines the flavors of creamy Alfredo sauce with tender chicken.