Chicken Alfredo

 Chicken Alfredo is a rich and creamy Italian-American pasta dish made with fettuccine noodles, tender pieces of chicken, and a luscious Alfredo sauce. Here's a classic recipe for Chicken Alfredo:

**Ingredients**:

**For the Chicken**:

- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

- Salt and black pepper, to taste

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 tablespoon butter

- 1 teaspoon garlic powder

- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)

**For the Alfredo Sauce**:

- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

- 2 cups heavy cream

- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- Salt and white pepper, to taste

**For the Pasta**:

- 12 ounces (about 340g) fettuccine noodles

**Instructions**:

**1. Prepare the Chicken**:

- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning (if using).

- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken into thin strips.

**2. Cook the Pasta**:

- Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

**3. Make the Alfredo Sauce**:

- In the same skillet you used for the chicken, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to let it brown.

- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the cream has thickened slightly.

- Stir in the grated Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Be sure to taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings to your preference.

**4. Combine and Serve**:

- Add the cooked and drained fettuccine noodles to the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the noodles in the sauce.

- Place the sliced chicken on top of the pasta or mix it in.

- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.

Enjoy your creamy and indulgent Chicken Alfredo! It's perfect when served with a side salad or garlic bread.