Simple Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
• 1 pound (450g) fettuccine pasta
• 4 quarts (3.8L) water
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)