Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach and Chicken Recipe

Name: Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach and Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Chicken Breasts; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 5 cloves Garlic; 2- 1/2 cups Whole Milk, Half-and-Half, Or Cream; 3/4 cups Parmesan Or Asiago Cheese; 1 cup Cold Water; 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch; 13 bags (6 Oz. Bag) Prewashed Spinach; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper

Servings: persons

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Cut up the chicken breast into strips or cubes and then saute in olive oil over medium heat until golden.
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Add in cloves of finely chopped garlic and saute with chicken until garlic is almost golden.
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Be careful not to burn the garlic!
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It will ruin the sauce!
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Add the milk of your choice to the same pan with the garlic and chicken.
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Heat it over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Once milk begins to simmer, stir in the Parmesan or Asiago cheese.
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Prepare cornstarch slurry by combining water and cornstarch.
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This is the money maker.
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Cornstarch is the miracle thickening agent!
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Stir in about 1/4 cup of the cornstarch slurry into the milk and cheese mixture.
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Bring to a simmer to thicken.
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Once the sauce has thickened, reduce the heat to low.
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Add spinach, salt, and pepper.
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Allow spinach to wilt slightly before serving.
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Enjoy!

384

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Chicken Breasts, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 5 cloves Garlic, 2- 1/2 cups Whole Milk, Half-and-Half, Or Cream, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach and Chicken falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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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Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach and Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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