One Pot Chicken Alfredo
Indulge in a creamy, comforting one-pot chicken alfredo that brings the warmth and flavor of a restaurant meal to your family dinner table. Simple, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes this dish is perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Grater for Parmesan Cheese
Ingredients
Chicken and Pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth low sodium is best
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta or other dried pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by patting your chicken breast cubes dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer (do not overcrowd). Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. To the same pot, add minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Pour in about half a cup of chicken broth. Scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Then add the rest of the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir together and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add uncooked fettuccine pasta directly to the simmering sauce. Ensure it is mostly submerged. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente. Sauce should thicken as pasta cooks.
- Once pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted. Add back in the cooked chicken. Mix everything together to coat.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
This recipe requires attention during cooking, especially when pasta is added to avoid sticking. Ensure the heat is controlled when adding garnish to prevent curdling.