Prep Time:25 minsTotal Time:25 minsServings:6Yield:1 cupsJump to Nutrition Facts
Prep Time:25 minsTotal Time:25 minsServings:6Yield:1 cups
Prep Time:25 mins
Prep Time:
25 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Total Time:
Servings:6
Servings:
6
Yield:1 cups
Yield:
1 cups
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Jump to recipeHow to Make Chicken & Shrimp AlfredoUse Whole-Wheat Linguine or FettuccineMade from whole grains, whole-wheat pasta is a good source of fiber,which can help keep your heart healthy and aid in digestion.Reserve the Pasta WaterThe water from boiling the whole-wheat linguine or fettuccine will be starchy, and the starches help thicken the sauce. We recommend omitting salt when boiling pasta to reduce the sodium content. Check outmore tips on how to cook pasta perfectly.Brown the ChickenBoneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into 1-inch pieces and browned until nearly cooked through. It’s important to not overcook the chicken during this step because it will continue to cook after adding the shrimp.Add the ShrimpAdd the shrimp, scallions and garlic to the skillet and cook until the shrimp is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken-shrimp mixture to a bowl and keep warm.Make the Alfredo SauceThis easy Alfredo sauce is whisked together in one bowl. Whisk the flour and reserved cooking water first, then whisk in the half-and-half, softened cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. We use reduced-fat cream cheese for this recipe, which has less fat and calories than regular cream cheese.The sauce is added to the pan and simmered for 1 minute, then the chicken-shrimp mixture is added and warmed through.Finish the DishCombine the chicken, shrimp and Alfredo sauce with the cooked pasta and stir to coat evenly. Using a large bowl makes it easier to combine the sauce and pasta without spilling.Sonia Bozzo Photography
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How to Make Chicken & Shrimp AlfredoUse Whole-Wheat Linguine or FettuccineMade from whole grains, whole-wheat pasta is a good source of fiber,which can help keep your heart healthy and aid in digestion.Reserve the Pasta WaterThe water from boiling the whole-wheat linguine or fettuccine will be starchy, and the starches help thicken the sauce. We recommend omitting salt when boiling pasta to reduce the sodium content. Check outmore tips on how to cook pasta perfectly.Brown the ChickenBoneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into 1-inch pieces and browned until nearly cooked through. It’s important to not overcook the chicken during this step because it will continue to cook after adding the shrimp.Add the ShrimpAdd the shrimp, scallions and garlic to the skillet and cook until the shrimp is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken-shrimp mixture to a bowl and keep warm.Make the Alfredo SauceThis easy Alfredo sauce is whisked together in one bowl. Whisk the flour and reserved cooking water first, then whisk in the half-and-half, softened cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. We use reduced-fat cream cheese for this recipe, which has less fat and calories than regular cream cheese.The sauce is added to the pan and simmered for 1 minute, then the chicken-shrimp mixture is added and warmed through.Finish the DishCombine the chicken, shrimp and Alfredo sauce with the cooked pasta and stir to coat evenly. Using a large bowl makes it easier to combine the sauce and pasta without spilling.Sonia Bozzo Photography
How to Make Chicken & Shrimp Alfredo
Use Whole-Wheat Linguine or Fettuccine
Made from whole grains, whole-wheat pasta is a good source of fiber,which can help keep your heart healthy and aid in digestion.
Reserve the Pasta Water
The water from boiling the whole-wheat linguine or fettuccine will be starchy, and the starches help thicken the sauce. We recommend omitting salt when boiling pasta to reduce the sodium content. Check outmore tips on how to cook pasta perfectly.
Brown the Chicken
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into 1-inch pieces and browned until nearly cooked through. It’s important to not overcook the chicken during this step because it will continue to cook after adding the shrimp.
Add the Shrimp
Add the shrimp, scallions and garlic to the skillet and cook until the shrimp is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken-shrimp mixture to a bowl and keep warm.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
This easy Alfredo sauce is whisked together in one bowl. Whisk the flour and reserved cooking water first, then whisk in the half-and-half, softened cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. We use reduced-fat cream cheese for this recipe, which has less fat and calories than regular cream cheese.
The sauce is added to the pan and simmered for 1 minute, then the chicken-shrimp mixture is added and warmed through.
Finish the Dish
Combine the chicken, shrimp and Alfredo sauce with the cooked pasta and stir to coat evenly. Using a large bowl makes it easier to combine the sauce and pasta without spilling.
Sonia Bozzo Photography
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients12ounceswhole-wheat linguine or fettuccine1tablespoonolive oil, divided12ouncesboneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces8ouncesraw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined¼cupthinly sliced scallions2clovesgarlic, chopped1teaspoonsalt, divided1teaspoonall-purpose flour½cuphalf-and-half¼cupreduced-fat cream cheese¼teaspoonground pepper¼cupgrated Parmesan cheese, plus 2 tablespoons, divided2tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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Ingredients
12ounceswhole-wheat linguine or fettuccine
1tablespoonolive oil, divided
12ouncesboneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
8ouncesraw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼cupthinly sliced scallions
2clovesgarlic, chopped
1teaspoonsalt, divided
1teaspoonall-purpose flour
½cuphalf-and-half
¼cupreduced-fat cream cheese
¼teaspoonground pepper
¼cupgrated Parmesan cheese, plus 2 tablespoons, divided
2tablespoonschopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
DirectionsCook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyMeanwhile, heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through, about 7 minutes. Add shrimp, scallions, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil; cook, stirring often, until the chicken and shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyReturn the skillet to medium heat. Whisk together flour and 1 tablespoon of the reserved cooking water in a medium bowl; stir in half-and-half, cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. Add the mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer; cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Add the chicken-shrimp mixture and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl; add the pasta and stir to coat evenly. Divide among 6 bowls; sprinkle with parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyEquipmentLarge nonstick skilletOriginally appeared: EatingWell.com, April 2019
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyMeanwhile, heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through, about 7 minutes. Add shrimp, scallions, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil; cook, stirring often, until the chicken and shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyReturn the skillet to medium heat. Whisk together flour and 1 tablespoon of the reserved cooking water in a medium bowl; stir in half-and-half, cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. Add the mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer; cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Add the chicken-shrimp mixture and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl; add the pasta and stir to coat evenly. Divide among 6 bowls; sprinkle with parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.Sonia Bozzo PhotographyEquipmentLarge nonstick skillet
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
Meanwhile, heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through, about 7 minutes. Add shrimp, scallions, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil; cook, stirring often, until the chicken and shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm.
Return the skillet to medium heat. Whisk together flour and 1 tablespoon of the reserved cooking water in a medium bowl; stir in half-and-half, cream cheese, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the remaining reserved cooking water. Add the mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer; cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Add the chicken-shrimp mixture and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl; add the pasta and stir to coat evenly. Divide among 6 bowls; sprinkle with parsley and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
Equipment
Large nonstick skillet
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, April 2019
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)392Calories11gFat45gCarbs31gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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