Parisian Fettuccine with Smoked Chicken
Inspired by the cozy bistros of Paris, this creamy fettuccine brings together smoked chicken, fresh peas, and a velvety parmesan sauce. It's an elegant yet effortless dish that comes together in under 30 minutes — perfect for a special weeknight dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
6 servings
- 1 package fettuccine, cooked al dente
- 100 g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 250 g smoked chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 level tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (120 ml) warm milk
- ¾ cup (200 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ cup fresh peas
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Extra grated parmesan for serving
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Directions
- 1
Melt butter in a large skillet over low heat and gently sauté the onion and garlic until softened but not browned.
- 2
Add the smoked chicken strips and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to form a light roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
- 4
Gradually pour in the warm milk, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps.
- 5
Add the heavy cream and cook until it just begins to bubble, then remove from heat.
- 6
Stir in the grated parmesan and fresh peas until evenly combined.
- 7
Season generously with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- 8
Toss the fettuccine with the sauce and serve immediately, topped with extra parmesan.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an even richer sauce, use full-fat crème fraîche instead of heavy cream. Smoked turkey or sliced ham make excellent substitutes if smoked chicken is unavailable.
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