Chicken Alfredo Primavera
Chicken Alfredo Primavera is a classic Italian dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.
Carefully prepared featuring Butter, Chicken, Squash, Broccoli, mushrooms, Pepper, onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, white wine, milk, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, bowtie pasta, Pepper and Parsley, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Italian cooking, the dish focuses on relying on ingredient purity, fresh herbs, aromatic garlic, and rich extra-virgin olive oil.
In authentic Italian tradition, Chicken Alfredo Primavera is best presented with crusty artisan bread and a light green salad.
If you enjoy authentic Italian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Potato Gratin With Chicken.
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Ingredients
- Butter2 tablespoons
- Olive Oil3 tablespoons
- Chicken5 boneless
- Salt1 teaspoon
- Squash1 cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- Broccoli1 Head chopped
- mushrooms8-ounce sliced
- Pepper1 red
- onion1 chopped
- garlic3 cloves
- red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon
- white wine1/2 cup
- milk1/2 cup
- heavy cream1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese1 cup grated
- bowtie pasta16 ounces
- Saltpinch
- Pepperpinch
- Parsleychopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season both sides of each chicken breast with seasoned salt and a pinch of pepper.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Season the boiling water with a few generous pinches of kosher salt.
Add the pasta and give it a stir.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes.
Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board; allow it to rest.
Turn the heat down to medium and dd the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil to the same pan you used to cook the chicken.
Add the veggies (minus the garlic) and red pepper flakes to the pan and stir to coat with the oil and butter (refrain from seasoning with salt until the veggies are finished browning).
Cook, stirring often, until the veggies are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt and pepper to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
Deglaze the pan with the white wine.
Continue to cook until the wine has reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and reserved pasta water.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and allow to simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes.
Turn off the heat and add the Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.
👨🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes
Cultural Heritage
Chicken Alfredo Primavera reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Italian home cooking, relying on ingredient purity, fresh herbs, aromatic garlic, and rich extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.
Dietary Substitutions
For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.
Chef Technique Tips
Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown chicken in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.
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