Spicy Whipped Feta Chicken Alfredo
Spicy Whipped Feta Chicken Alfredo combines creamy Alfredo sauce with the zesty kick of whipped feta cheese, creating a mouthwatering dish that will elevate your dinner experience. Perfectly cooked chicken pairs beautifully with pasta, enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your spice preferences, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While chicken bakes, blend feta cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Slice the baked chicken and toss it with the pasta and feta mixture. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Serve with a drizzle of olive oil or extra red pepper flakes on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with sautéed shrimp or tofu. - Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. - Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice tolerance.