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chicken alfredo

Chicken Alfredo

This high-protein Chicken Alfredo is creamy, comforting, and loaded with flavour while keeping the macros in check. With tender chicken, a lightened-up cheese sauce, and perfectly cooked tagliatelle, it’s a healthier take on the classic pasta dish
Servings 5
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 Large Frying Pan
  • 1 Wooden Spoon
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Chopping Board
  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 kg Chicken Breast
  • 1 tbsp All Purpose Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Italian Herb Seasoning
  • Low-calorie Cooking Spray

Cheese Sauce

  • 1 medium Onion (chopped)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • 200 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 100 g Light Cream Cheese
  • 40 g Parmigiano Cheese (parmesan)
  • 150 ml Semi Skimmed Milk (2% milk)
  • 1 tbsp Italian Herb Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Chicken Stock Cube

Pasta

  • 400 g Tagliatelle

To Garnish

  • Fresh Parsley (chopped)
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Instructions

  • Prepare the chicken:
  • Season the chicken breasts with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat with a light spray of low-calorie cooking spray and cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the pan, rest, and slice.
  • Cook the pasta:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tagliatelle according to packet instructions. Before draining, reserve 100 ml of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  • Make the cheese sauce:
  • In a blender, combine cottage cheese, soft cheese, parmigiano, milk, chicken stock cube, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Combine everything:
  • Return the frying pan to medium heat, add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened. Stir in the sauce and let it gently warm through. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat, loosening with reserved pasta water if needed.
  • Serve & Enjoy!
  • Arrange the sliced chicken over the pasta and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

Recipe Notes:
  • Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.
  • For extra flavour, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
  • This recipe makes 5 servings.

Nutrition

Calories: 619kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 68gFat: 9g
Calories: 619kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
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