One-Pot Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Tender chicken breast and fettuccine cooked in a rich garlic cream sauce all in one pot for an easy, satisfying dinner. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs fettuccine pasta, unsalted butter, minced 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.
Ingredients
- 2, cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 2 chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces and sauté for 6-7 minutes until cooked through and lightly golden.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add 8 oz fettuccine pasta, pushing it down to submerge. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the pasta before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta 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 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta?
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 fettuccine pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta?
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 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta 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 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta?
Italian chicken 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.
