Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo

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Ingredients:

For the Chicken and Shrimp:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thinly)
  • 1/2 pound (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Alfredo Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Pasta:

  • 12 ounces fettuccine or your preferred pasta
  • Water for boiling (add salt to taste)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Season the chicken slices with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp:

  • In the same skillet, add the shrimp.
  • Sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

  • In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • For extra richness, stir in the mozzarella cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
  • Let the sauce simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

4. Cook the Pasta:

  • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water.

5. Combine Everything:

  • Add the cooked chicken and shrimp to the Alfredo sauce and stir to combine.
  • Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce mixture. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

6. Serve:

  • Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • For a healthier option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or light cream.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

  • Calories: ~750
  • Protein: 45g
  • Fat: 40g
  • Carbs: 50g

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

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