Description
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Recipes:
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp & Chicken Alfredo
“Juicy grilled chicken and tender shrimp tossed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce over fettuccine—this is the ultimate comfort meal!”
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp butter
For the Shrimp:
8 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Creamy Alfredo Pasta:
12 oz (340g) fettuccine
3 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it rest.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
Add shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink.
Drizzle with lemon juice and remove from heat.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Alfredo Sauce
In a new pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly.
Add Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thick.
Step 5: Assemble & Serve
Toss the cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce until fully coated.
Plate the pasta and top with sliced grilled chicken and shrimp.
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
Pro Tip: Serve with garlic bread and a crisp Caesar salad for a complete meal!
