Making a rich and comforting Chicken Alfredo at home can feel like a daunting task. Many recipes involve complicated steps and a long list of ingredients, often leading to disappointing results. Remember that time we tried a supposedly foolproof Alfredo recipe? It ended in disaster – a crumbly, onion-y mess that was nothing like the creamy, dreamy sauce we were craving. We even ended up resorting to store-bought sauce just to salvage dinner!
Close-up of a thick, crumbly, and unappetizing homemade Alfredo sauce attempt, highlighting the challenges of making Alfredo sauce from scratch.
But fear not, because there’s a recipe that changes everything. Say goodbye to Alfredo anxiety and hello to pure creamy perfection, thanks to the Pioneer Woman. Her Fettuccine Alfredo recipe is already a legend for its simplicity and incredible flavor, and it’s the perfect base to create a stellar Pioneer Woman Chicken Alfredo.
The beauty of the Pioneer Woman’s approach lies in its straightforwardness. Forget about complicated roux or reducing heavy cream for ages. This recipe focuses on quality ingredients and a simple technique that delivers restaurant-quality Alfredo in just minutes. And when you add tender, juicy chicken to the mix? You’ve got a complete, satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite.
So, how do you transform the already amazing Pioneer Woman Fettuccine Alfredo into a Chicken Alfredo masterpiece? It’s easier than you think! We’re simply adding perfectly cooked chicken to her already perfect sauce and pasta. Whether you use grilled chicken, pan-seared chicken, or even leftover rotisserie chicken, the result is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s ready in a flash.
Here’s how to make the best Pioneer Woman Chicken Alfredo ever:
Pioneer Woman Chicken Alfredo Recipe
This recipe builds upon the Pioneer Woman’s famous Fettuccine Alfredo, adding chicken for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Fettuccine noodles
- ½ c. salted butter
- 1 c. heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste (you might not even need any!)
- 2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1.5 lbs cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces (grilled, pan-seared, or rotisserie all work great)
Directions:
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare your chicken if it isn’t already cooked. Season and cook your chicken as desired. Cut into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Grate Parmesan cheese. Place half of the grated cheese into a large serving bowl.
- In a saucepan or skillet, warm butter and heavy cream over medium heat until butter is melted and cream is heated through, but not boiling.
- Pour the warm butter and cream mixture over the Parmesan cheese in the bowl. Let it sit for a moment to allow the cheese to start melting.
- Whisk the butter and cream mixture into the cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Drain the cooked pasta and immediately add it to the bowl with the cheese sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining half of the Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss again until the sauce is perfectly creamy and coats every strand of fettuccine. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it – this is the secret to ultra-creamy Alfredo!
- Gently stir in the cooked chicken pieces into the Alfredo pasta.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste, though it’s likely perfectly seasoned already!
Creamy and cheesy Pioneer Woman Fettuccine Alfredo in a white bowl, showcasing the smooth texture and delicious appearance of the successful recipe.
This Pioneer Woman Chicken Alfredo recipe is truly a weeknight dinner winner. It’s quick, easy, and delivers that comforting, creamy Alfredo flavor you crave, elevated with the addition of delicious chicken. Once you try this recipe, you’ll never look back. Get ready to enjoy the simplest, most satisfying Chicken Alfredo you’ve ever made!
