Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce
A rich and creamy sauce that adds a delicious touch to any pasta dish, made easier with cream cheese for an extra smooth texture.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- ½ cup butter (1 stick)
- 8 oz cream cheese (cut into chunks)
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz parmesan cheese (shredded)
- ½ teaspoon salt (kosher salt recommended)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the chunked cream cheese and garlic powder. Whisk together until mostly smooth; this will take a few minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the heavy whipping cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a low boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken further.
- Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta noodles.
Notes
Make sure to whip the cream cheese well to avoid lumps. For extra flavor, consider adding cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, or fresh herbs. If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer.