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Creamy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot chicken Alfredo pasta recipe that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a cozy, comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta, uncooked (break in half to fit pot)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides but not fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the pan. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine. Add uncooked pasta, making sure it’s submerged in the liquid.
  5. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook pasta for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add extra broth or water if sauce thickens too much before pasta is tender.
  6. Add cooked chicken back into the pot once pasta is almost tender. Stir and cook together for another 3-4 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and pasta is al dente.
  7. Remove lid and stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is silky. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. If too thick, add broth or cream. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Stir regularly to prevent pasta from sticking. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free Parmesan.

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