Description
One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a creamy and comforting dish that transforms your dinner routine into a delightful experience. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, all in one pot for effortless cleanup. Ideal for busy weeknights, this flavorful meal brings family and friends together around the table with every satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- 2. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 4. Add uncooked fettuccine, ensuring it's submerged in the liquid. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- 6. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg