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One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe Easy Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A creamy, comforting one-pot chicken Alfredo pasta that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz uncooked fettuccine or linguine pasta, broken in half
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Mince garlic cloves. Grate Parmesan cheese and set aside. Break pasta in half to fit the pan.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chicken pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. In the same pan, add butter and minced garlic. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, then add broken pasta, pushing it down gently to submerge as much as possible.
  5. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover with lid slightly ajar and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in cooked chicken and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until cheese melts and sauce thickens. Add a splash of broth or milk if sauce is too thick.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in chopped fresh parsley if using.
  8. Serve immediately, optionally topped with extra Parmesan or cracked black pepper.

Notes

Use room temperature chicken for better searing. Stir gently when adding cheese to avoid clumping. Do not overcook pasta to maintain al dente texture. Let sauce rest off heat to thicken if needed. Freshly grate Parmesan for best melting and flavor.

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