A comforting dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a rich, cheesy three-cheese alfredo spaghetti sauce.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless, skinless chicken fillets (about 6 oz each)
1 jar (16 oz) store-bought alfredo sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken fillets with salt and pepper. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove chicken to a plate to rest.
In the same skillet, pour in the alfredo sauce over medium-low heat. Stir in mozzarella, parmesan, and cheddar cheeses until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
Slice the rested chicken against the grain. Add the sliced chicken to the cheesy sauce and warm through for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the smothered chicken and alfredo sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh parsley or extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated cheese.
Add a pinch of garlic powder to the sauce for extra flavor.
Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Substitute gluten-free spaghetti if needed.
For a homemade alfredo sauce, whisk 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup parmesan, and 2 minced garlic cloves over low heat until thickened.