RECIPE

Chicken Alfredo Primavera

Italian · Chicken

Recipe imported from TheMealDB.

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Chicken Alfredo Primavera
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METHOD

STEP BY STEP

01

STEP 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

02

STEP 2

Season both sides of each chicken breast with seasoned salt and a pinch of pepper.

03

STEP 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

04

STEP 4

While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil.

05

STEP 5

Season the boiling water with a few generous pinches of kosher salt.

06

STEP 6

Add the pasta and give it a stir.

07

STEP 7

Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes.

08

STEP 8

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.

09

STEP 9

Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board; allow it to rest.

10

STEP 10

Turn the heat down to medium and dd the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil to the same pan you used to cook the chicken.

11

STEP 11

Add the veggies (minus the garlic) and red pepper flakes to the pan and stir to coat with the oil and butter (refrain from seasoning with salt until the veggies are finished browning).

12

STEP 12

Cook, stirring often, until the veggies are tender, about 5 minutes.

13

STEP 13

Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt and pepper to the pan and cook for 1 minute.

14

STEP 14

Deglaze the pan with the white wine.

15

STEP 15

Continue to cook until the wine has reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

16

STEP 16

Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and reserved pasta water.

17

STEP 17

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and allow to simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes.

18

STEP 18

Turn off the heat and add the Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta.

19

STEP 19

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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FINISH & SERVE

Garnish with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.

EQUIPMENT

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SWAPS & ADAPTATIONS

MAKE IT YOURS
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Try turkey, mushrooms or a firm plant-based alternative.

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Use a lighter cooking cream or an unsweetened dairy-free alternative.

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Olive oil works when you want to lighten things up.

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Use another pasta shape with a similar cooking time.

PAIRINGS

FOOD & DRINK
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CRISP DRY WHITE WINE

Fresh acidity helps cut through rich, creamy or cheesy flavours.

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SPARKLING LEMON WATER

Bright, cold and sharp enough to freshen up a rich plate.

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SIMPLE GREEN SALAD

Fresh leaves and a sharp dressing keep the meal balanced.

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