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One-Pot Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta

A quick and delicious one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Fettuccine pasta Ideal for holding onto the creamy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Used for cooking the chicken.
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth For cooking the pasta.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Creates the creamy sauce.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds richness and helps thicken the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances the flavor.
  • to taste Fresh parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out for easy access.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to add vegetables or substitute proteins as desired.