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Cheesy One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta - Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This cheesy one pot chicken Alfredo pasta is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights when you crave restaurant-quality comfort food without the cleanup. Everything cooks in a single pot, creating a rich, creamy sauce that clings perfectly to tender pasta and juicy chicken pieces.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add butter and sauté onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then add the pasta. Cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Once pasta is al dente, reduce heat to low. Stir in the cooked chicken, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir continuously until cheeses melt and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Let the pasta rest for 2-3 minutes off the heat to allow the sauce to thicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't overcook the pasta - aim for al dente as it will continue cooking in the sauce. Use freshly grated cheese for smoother sauce. Adjust consistency with chicken broth if too thick or simmer longer if too thin.