Cottage Cheese Chicken Alfredo: A Creamy Health Twist!
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A healthier twist on the classic Chicken Alfredo using cottage cheese for a creamy texture.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until heated through.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; blend until smooth.
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the skillet with the chicken and stir to combine.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with sautéed vegetables.
- Feel free to add more spices or herbs to enhance flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg