Description
One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta—all in one pot for effortless preparation and cleanup. This rich and satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, bringing warmth and flavor to your dining table. Experience the magic of this creamy delight that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg