Description
If you’re craving a cozy, creamy dinner that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant kitchen, this Chicken Smothered in Cheesy Alfredo Three-Cheese Spaghetti Sauce is exactly what you need. Seared golden chicken breasts are nestled in a luxuriously cheesy Alfredo sauce made with Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese. Whether you’re looking for quick weeknight comfort food, easy dinner ideas, or rich and hearty meal prep inspiration, this recipe is a standout. It’s packed with flavor, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for anyone who loves cheesy, saucy dishes. Serve it with pasta, veggies, or garlic bread—it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser that belongs in your regular dinner rotation.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic minced
1 ½ cups Alfredo sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 ounces cream cheese softened
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in Alfredo sauce and stir in the cream cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Stir until melted and smooth.
6. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
7. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
8. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10–12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
9. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Pound chicken breasts evenly before cooking to ensure even doneness.
Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of milk or broth to loosen it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy chicken, Alfredo chicken, cheesy chicken, quick dinner ideas