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Creamy Fettuccine with Chicken Stock


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy fettuccine dish made with chicken stock, garlic, and parmesan cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock (or vegetable broth)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces fettuccine noodles
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1 cup 2% milk (plus ¼ cup if needed)
  • 1 pinch grated nutmeg (NOT ground nutmeg)
  • ¼½ cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large 12-inch skillet (that has a lid), combine chicken stock, garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Add the pasta to the pan, breaking in half to fit if needed.
  2. Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring pasta every 30 seconds or so to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
  3. Once the mixture begins to bubble around the edges, reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the milk and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  4. Cover the pan and simmer for 6-7 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. You will want to remove the lid to stir the pasta every 45-60 seconds or so. If the liquid begins to evaporate before the pasta is fully cooked, add an additional tablespoon of milk, one tablespoon at a time, as needed.
  5. Once the noodles are tender, remove the pan from the heat, and add an additional tablespoon of butter and the parmesan cheese. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the amount of parmesan cheese according to your taste.
  • Add cooked chicken or vegetables for extra protein and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5 grams
  • Sodium: 800 milligrams
  • Fat: 15 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 60 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 15 grams
  • Cholesterol: 30 milligrams