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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 delivers rich, creamy, and comforting flavors with minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 to 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same pan. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
  5. Add dry fettuccine pasta, pressing it gently to submerge in the liquid. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed. Add extra broth or water if sauce gets too dry.
  7. Stir in butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Return cooked chicken to the pan and stir gently to combine. Heat through for 2 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce thickens too much before serving, stir in a little warm broth or cream to loosen it. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor. Stir gently and often to prevent pasta from sticking. Let the sauce rest off heat for a couple of minutes to thicken. Avoid overcooking chicken to keep it juicy.

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