Description
One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, indulgent dish that transforms a busy weeknight into a gourmet experience. Featuring tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich alfredo sauce, this recipe is both comforting and simple. With just one pot to clean, you can savor every delicious bite without the hassle of multiple dishes. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in, it promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the pot along with pasta, heavy cream, chicken broth, and dried herbs. Stir well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg