Creamy Chicken And Shrimp Alfredo Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken And Shrimp Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package trotolle dry pasta; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 pounds chicken breast, cut into strips; 1 stick butter; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into small pieces; 2 cups milk, or more as needed; 2 cups heavy cream; 3 cups shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 3 tablespoons pesto; 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped; 1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package trotolle dry pasta
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds chicken breast, cut into strips
1 stick butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into small pieces
2 cups milk, or more as needed
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons pesto
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add trottole and cook at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
2
Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet and add garlic, basil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Add chicken; cook and stir until browned, about 10 minutes.
3
Melt butter over medium heat in the large pot used to make the pasta. Add cream cheese and stir until creamy, about 1 minute. Add 2 cups milk and heavy cream, stirring until warm, about 5 minutes. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and continue stirring. Add more milk to thin sauce, if needed. Add pesto and sun-dried tomatoes.
4
Stir cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turns orange, 6 to 8 minutes more.

1777

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package trotolle dry pasta, 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon dried basil, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken And Shrimp Alfredo falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Chicken And Shrimp Alfredo

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