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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta | Easy One-Pot Dinner

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This one-pot creamy chicken alfredo pasta comes together in under an hour with minimal cleanup. Tender chicken, a silky sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 pound fettuccine
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra Parmesan (for garnish)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let them sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same pot. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir together, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil. Add the fettuccine, pushing it down into the liquid as it softens. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes.
  6. While the pasta cooks, shred or slice the seared chicken into bite-sized pieces. After 10 minutes, nestle the chicken into the pot. Cover and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through and pasta is tender.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan, dried thyme, and nutmeg. Stir vigorously until the cheese melts into the sauce.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

For best results, grate your own Parmesan cheese from a block to avoid graininess. Stir the pasta regularly to prevent sticking. The sauce will thicken as it sits. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and reduce butter to 2 tablespoons. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth.

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