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Skinny Low-Fat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Skinny Low-Fat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
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Enjoy a creamy, guilt-free dinner with this Skinny Low-Fat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo recipe that blends wholesome ingredients to create a healthy yet indulgent meal. Featuring lean chicken breasts, whole wheat fettuccine, and a light but creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt and low-fat milk, this recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of traditional fettuccine Alfredo without the heavy calories and fat. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, or entertaining, this dish balances nutrition and taste effortlessly.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pasta

  • 8 ounces whole wheat fettuccine

Sauce

  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet, then cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest before slicing into strips.
  2. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add whole wheat fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving one cup of pasta water for the sauce.
  3. Make the sauce base: In the same skillet, add a little olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the chicken broth and low-fat milk, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Add creaminess: Lower the heat and whisk in Greek yogurt and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens to your desired creaminess. If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in reserved pasta water a little at a time until reaching the perfect consistency.
  5. Combine and serve: Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for brighter sauce flavor instead of pre-minced.
  • Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it juicy — remove from heat as soon as opaque.
  • Warm dairy ingredients gradually to prevent Greek yogurt from curdling when adding.
  • Reserve pasta water as its starch helps the sauce cling perfectly to noodles.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese fresh for authentic flavor and better melting.

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