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Lighter Fettuccine Alfredo

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This lighter fettuccine alfredo is so scrumptious! A deliciously fun and lighter twist on the beloved and classic fettuccine alfredo.
Course Mains & Entrees
Cuisine Italian
Keyword alfredo, cream, fettuccine, lighter, parmesan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 583
Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot diced small
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or substitute with chicken broth
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 12 ounces fresh fettuccine noodles
  • kosher salt to taste
  • coarse black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to boil.
  • Heat a large 10-inch skillet over medium-medium/high heat.
  • Drizzle in the olive oil and add in the diced shallots. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  • Add in the garlic and cook for one minute. Once fragrant, pour in the 1/4 cup of dry white wine. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until reduced slightly.
  • Pour in the cup of chicken broth and the third cup of heavy cream. Simmer until the sauce starts to thicken and just starts to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Season the pot of water with a heavy pinch of kosher salt and drop in the fresh fettuccine. Cook according to the package directions. {about 3-4 minutes}
  • Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan until smooth.
  • Kill the heat and add in the cooked pasta. Taste for salt and pepper and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick go ahead and pour in a little of the reserved pasta water.
  • Serve immediately with more black pepper and Parmesan.

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 347mg | Iron: 2mg