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Cheesy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta served in a bowl

Cheesy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta

A creamy and delicious one-pot pasta dish featuring chicken and Alfredo sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions, about 10-12 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
  6. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.