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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Alfredo with Basil Pesto Potatoes Recipe

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Alfredo with Basil Pesto Potatoes Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a decadent yet easy-to-make dinner with this Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Alfredo paired with flavorful Basil Pesto Potatoes. A comforting meal that combines creamy pasta with tender chicken and earthy mushrooms, served alongside herb-infused roasted baby potatoes.


Ingredients

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For the Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Alfredo:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into strips)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups cremini or baby bella mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 pound fettuccine or pasta of choice (cooked and drained)

For the Basil Pesto Potatoes:

  • 1 pound baby potatoes (halved)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and roast the potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss the baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender. Toss with basil pesto.
  2. Cook the chicken and mushrooms: Cook chicken strips in olive oil until golden, then set aside. In the same skillet, sauté butter, garlic, and mushrooms until golden.
  3. Make the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until thickened.
  4. Combine everything: Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked pasta, and mix until coated in the sauce.
  5. Serve: Plate the creamy garlic mushroom chicken Alfredo with the pesto potatoes. Garnish as desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
  • Swap potatoes for roasted cauliflower or serve over mashed potatoes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop + Roasting
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 670
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg