Chicken Alfredo

• Salt for the Pasta Water¼ teaspoon
• Chicken Broth½ cup
• Salted Butter4 tablespoons
• Cream Cheese · softened and cut into chunks4 ounces
• Minced Garlic1 teaspoon
• Garlic Powder½ teaspoon
• Dried Parsley Flakes1 teaspoon
• Italian Seasoning½ teaspoon
• Salt¼ teaspoon
• Pepper⅛ teaspoon
• Heavy Whipping Cream or Half and Half½ cup
• Parmesan Cheese · shredded (or more 🙂)4 ounces
• Chicken Breast10 ounces
• Dried Pene2½ cups

Method

1. 01

   Boil water, prepare pasta according to package, and set aside

2. 02

   Cook chicken breasts in cast iron skillet

3. 03

   In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Once the butter is melted, add the chunks of cream cheese, minced garlic, garlic powder, dried parsley flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk together.

4. 04

   Add the chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, and parmesan cheese. Whisk together and turn heat to medium, to a low boil.

5. 05

   Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, continue to whisk frequently while simmering.

6. 06

   Chop cooked chicken well and stir into sauce.

7. 07

   Serve with noodles