Description
One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, hearty Italian-inspired dish that combines tender chicken, luscious homemade Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta all in one pot. Perfect for quick, fuss-free weeknight dinners, it offers rich flavors with minimal cleanup and customizable options to suit any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced thin
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta (uncooked)
Aromatics and Fats
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. In a large deep skillet or pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and nearly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, building the aromatic flavor base for the sauce.
- Add Pasta and Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Carefully add the uncooked fettuccine pasta, stirring gently to combine and to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer and Stir: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking and to allow it to cook evenly in the creamy mixture. This usually takes about 12-15 minutes.
- Finish with Chicken and Cheese: Once the pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed, return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, creating the classic Alfredo creaminess. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Notes
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for a richer taste and better melting texture.
- Do not overcook the chicken initially; it will finish cooking when mixed with the pasta.
- Stir often during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Adjust liquid quantities as needed depending on pot size and pasta type to avoid dryness.
- Let the dish rest off heat for a couple of minutes to allow the sauce to thicken perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: One pot, chicken alfredo, creamy pasta, quick dinner, easy recipe, Italian, comfort food
