Savory Creamy Chicken Pasta Alfredo: A Filipino-Style Comfort Food Favorite
This Filipino-style Chicken Pasta Alfredo puts a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish by incorporating local flavors and ingredients that make it extra creamy, savory, and utterly satisfying. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste with home-cooked simplicity.
What Makes This Filipino-Style Alfredo Special:
🍝 Richer, Creamier Sauce – We use a combination of all-purpose cream and evaporated milk for that signature Filipino creaminess
🍗 Flavor-Packed Chicken – Seasoned with garlic, pepper, and sometimes a touch of soy sauce for umami depth
🧄 Aromatic Base – Plenty of sautéed garlic and onions for that distinct Filipino flavor profile
🧈 Buttery Goodness – Real butter adds luxurious richness to every bite
Key Ingredients That Make It Filipino-Style:
- All-purpose cream (instead of heavy cream)
- Evaporated milk for extra richness
- Sliced button mushrooms (a common Filipino addition)
- Optional grated Eden cheese for extra creaminess
- Sometimes a touch of calamansi or lemon juice for brightness
Why This Recipe Wins for Busy Home Cooks:
✓ Uses pantry staples common in Filipino households
✓ Ready in just 30 minutes
✓ Easily adjustable to feed a crowd
✓ Kids and adults alike love it
Perfect Pairings:
🥖 Garlic bread or pan de sal for dipping
🥗 Simple green salad with vinaigrette
🍷 Iced tea or white wine
🍋 Extra grated cheese and chili flakes for topping
Cooking Tips for Best Results:
- Cook pasta al dente as it will continue cooking in the sauce
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
- Add the cream last to prevent curdling
- Use freshly grated cheese for smoothest melting
Make It Your Own:
- Add crispy bacon bits for texture
- Include sliced bell peppers for color
- Try smoked chicken for deeper flavor
- Make it spicy with chili garlic oil
This Filipino-style Chicken Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings families together around the table. The creamy sauce clings perfectly to every strand of pasta, while the tender chicken pieces make it hearty enough for a complete meal.
Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a weekend family gathering, this foolproof recipe is sure to become one of your go-to favorites. The familiar flavors with that distinct Filipino touch make it stand out from ordinary Alfredo dishes.
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Pro Tip: For an extra special touch, top with crispy garlic chips right before serving for that perfect crunch contrast to the creamy pasta!
Chicken Pasta Alfredo (Filipino Style)
Description
Chicken pasta Alfredo recipe (Filipino style) is my favorite easy-to-make side dish. I love to prepare this recipe at home since this pasta version is Filipino-style and the ingredients are always available. This pasta alfredo with chicken has a creamy texture and satisfyingly savory flavor that make it perfect to serve to the entire family. This is also best served with a pair of bread.
Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation:
Prepare all of the spices needed for the recipe.
Cooking:
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Set aside.
Make the sauce. In a pan or wok over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic, then saute until the onion is soft and the garlic smells aromatic.
Add the canned corned chicken and cook for 2 minutes.
Note: If canned corned chicken is not available, substitute canned chicken flakes in oil.Adjust the heat to low, then stir in the all-purpose cream. Bring to a gentle boil while occasionally stirring until well combined.
Add the parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce in the cooking saucepan. Toss until fully combined.
Turn off the heat, transfer them to the pasta dish, and serve with a dash of chopped parsley.
Share and enjoy the food, happy cooking!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 544kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.4g32%
- Saturated Fat 11.1g56%
- Cholesterol 87mg29%
- Sodium 214mg9%
- Potassium 334mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 67.2g23%
- Dietary Fiber 7.9g32%
- Sugars 2.4g
- Protein 27.5g56%
- Calcium 191 mg
- Iron 3 mg
- Vitamin D 4 IU
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
