Best Holiday Chicken Alfredo Recipes

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CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo image

Mom's creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo has been a family favorite for years! Classic Chicken Alfredo is a feel good comfort food - so creamy but light!

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy/Medium

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs Chicken Breast
3/4 lbs fettuccine pasta ((or angel hair or vermicelli pasta))
1 lb white mushrooms (thickly sliced)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 1/2 cups half and half (*)
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped, (plus more for garnish)
1 tsp sea salt (or to taste, plus more for pasta water)
1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
3 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 Tbsp unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccini in a pot of salted water (4 qts water, 1 Tbsp salt,) according to package instructions then drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, slice chicken into strips and season all over with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium/high heat and sauté chicken until lightly golden and cooked through (5 min). Remove chicken from the pan and cover to keep warm.
  • In the same pan over medium/high, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Add onion and sauté 3 min until soft. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until soft (5-7 min), stirring frequently. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add half-n-half and simmer over medium/high heat 8-10 min, or until beginning to thicken. Add chicken back to the pan, add 1/4 cup parsley and season sauce to taste (1/2 to 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper).
  • Add cooked pasta and stir to combine. Heat another minute until warmed through then turn off the heat, cover and let rest 10-15 minutes then stir and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Sodium 491 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LIGHT CHICKEN ALFREDO



Light Chicken Alfredo image

"As rich and buttery as traditional Alfredo sauce, this tasty version is lower in calories and takes just minutes to prepare," notes TerryAnn Moore in Vineland, NJ

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/2 cup 1% cottage cheese
3 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 tablespoon butter-flavored sprinkles
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 tablespoon sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small food processor, combine the cottage cheese, milk, butter sprinkles and garlic; cover and process until smooth. , Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley and pepper. Add the chicken, tomatoes and olives. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Drain fettuccine; serve with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 770mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOLIDAY CHICKEN ALFREDO



Holiday Chicken Alfredo image

Enjoy this chicken pasta dinner drenched with Alfredo sauce - perfect for Italian cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 jar (4 1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 cup drained roasted red bell pepper strips (from 7-ounce jar)
2 tablespoons dry sherry, if desired
1 jar (16 ounces) Alfredo pasta sauce
3 cups frozen broccoli cuts
10 ounces uncooked fettuccine
2 tablespoons shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Layer chicken, mushrooms and bell pepper strips in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker. Drizzle with sherry. Pour pasta sauce evenly over top.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  • About 25 minutes before serving, rinse broccoli with warm water to thaw; drain well. Stir broccoli into chicken mixture. Cover and cook on high heat setting 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package.
  • Just before serving, stir cooked fettuccine into chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 6 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg

HOLIDAY CHICKEN SALAD



Holiday Chicken Salad image

Serve on lettuce cups, or make sandwiches. Stand back and enjoy the applause!

Provided by emmaxwell

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon paprika
1 ½ cups dried cranberries
1 cup chopped celery
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup minced green bell pepper
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise with paprika and seasoned salt. Blend in dried cranberries, celery, bell pepper, onion, and nuts. Add chopped chicken, and mix well. Season with black pepper to taste. Chill 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 213.1 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

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