Savory Chicken Alfredo Shells: Secrets for a Comforting Delight
Experience a twist on classic pasta with these savory Chicken Alfredo Shells, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 12 oz shell pasta medium-sized
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz grated Parmesan cheese preferably freshly grated
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg freshly grated
- 2 tbsp butter unsalted
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken pieces until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and sauté the onion until it is soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet, bring to a simmer, and stir in the Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet and gently toss to combine all ingredients with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan for a creamier sauce and experiment with additional herbs like basil for extra flavor.