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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 comfort food in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 ounces dried fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of dried Italian herbs or nutmeg (optional)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden but not fully done, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté gently for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add dried pasta and chicken broth to the skillet. Press pasta down to submerge as much as possible. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Partially cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  5. When pasta is nearly al dente, return chicken to the pan and add heavy cream. Stir gently to combine and warm through for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and sauce is creamy and smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Add dried Italian herbs or nutmeg if desired.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook chicken initially; it will finish cooking with the pasta and sauce. Keep heat moderate to avoid sauce separation. Stir gently and often to prevent pasta sticking and breaking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen.

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