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Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo with Lemon Feta Whip & Charred Green Beans 1

Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo with Lemon Feta Whip & Charred Green Beans


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  • Author: Mia Park
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo with Lemon Feta Whip & Charred Green Beans is a rich and flavorful dinner recipe featuring smoky chicken thighs, creamy fettuccine Alfredo, tangy lemon feta whip, and charred green beans. This comfort dish is perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests and brings bold taste with balanced freshness.


Ingredients

1.5 pounds chicken thighs

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons olive oil

12 ounces fettuccine pasta

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

10 ounces green beans

1/2 cup feta cheese

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Set aside and let rest.

3. Cook fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

4. In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Toss the cooked pasta with Alfredo sauce, adding pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

6. In a food processor or bowl, whip feta cheese, lemon juice, and Greek yogurt until smooth.

7. Sear green beans in a hot skillet until lightly charred, about 4–5 minutes. Season with salt.

8. Slice chicken and plate with Alfredo pasta. Top with whipped feta and green beans. Add black pepper to taste.

Notes

This dish shines with smoked paprika—don’t substitute with sweet paprika.

Let the chicken rest before slicing for juicier pieces.

Use pasta water to adjust the Alfredo sauce to your desired consistency.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Italian fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 740mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg