One-Pot Chicken Alfredo with Garlic and Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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A quick, creamy chicken Alfredo pasta cooked in one pot with garlic, Parmesan, and a touch of cream for a satisfying dinner. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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

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Ingredients

2 (about 1 lb), cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
4 minced garlic cloves
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
12 oz penne pasta
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
Step 4: Add 12 oz penne pasta to the liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened.
Step 5: Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well until cheese melts and coats the pasta and chicken.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.