One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic

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A smooth, garlicky pasta dish cooked all in one pot for an easy dinner with tender chicken and a luscious Parmesan sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, uncooked fettuccine pasta for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb cut chicken breast pieces, seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz uncooked fettuccine pasta, 3 cups chicken broth, and 1 cup heavy cream to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the cooked chicken pieces and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Season with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens to coat the pasta.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Parmesan and Garlic?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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