Chicken Alfredo with a French Touch

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fettuccine pasta, cooked according to package instructions
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded (for a French touch)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

1. Cook Fettuccine:

• Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Sauté Chicken:

• Season chicken slices with salt and pepper.
• In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
• Sauté the chicken slices until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare Alfredo Sauce:

• In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
• Pour in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Gruyère cheese, thyme, tarragon, salt, and black pepper.
• Stir continuously until the cheeses melt and the sauce thickens.

4. Combine Chicken and Pasta:

• Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix it with the Alfredo sauce.

5. Toss with Fettuccine:

• Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the creamy sauce.

6. Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish the Chicken Alfredo with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
• Serve hot and enjoy the fusion of flavors.

This Chicken Alfredo with a French Touch combines the richness of Alfredo sauce with the aromatic herbs and cheeses often found in French cuisine. It's a delightful and sophisticated twist on the classic pasta dish, perfect for a special meal.