A cozy, creamy chicken pasta dinner made in one pot — comfort food made simple, and cleanup is a breeze.

Some nights call for cozy. The kind of meal that makes you want to sit down, exhale, and just enjoy.

This One-Pot Chicken Alfredo is exactly that — creamy, garlicky, and deeply satisfying… without the pile of pots and pans. Everything — including the pasta — cooks in one skillet, soaking up all the flavor and creating that dreamy Alfredo texture we all crave.

It’s the perfect dinner when you want something that feels indulgent but is secretly easy enough for a weeknight.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1½ cups milk (any kind)

• 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta (uncooked)

• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

• 2 oz cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sear the chicken:
   Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté the garlic:
   In the same pot, lower heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add liquids and pasta:
   Pour in broth and milk. Stir in uncooked pasta. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

4. Stir in cheese and chicken:
   Once the pasta is cooked, reduce heat and stir in parmesan, cream cheese (if using), and the cooked chicken. Stir until creamy and well combined.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh parsley and more cheese if desired. Serve warm and cozy!

Sarah’s Tips:

• No cream cheese? Skip it! It’s still creamy from the milk and cheese alone.

• Make it veggie-friendly: Add peas, spinach, or steamed broccoli right before serving.

• Leftover tip: Add a splash of milk when reheating to bring the sauce back to life.

Why You’ll Love It:

It’s creamy, comforting, and totally satisfying — all without needing to juggle three different pans. This one-pot chicken Alfredo gives you that rich, restaurant-style flavor with a busy-mom level of ease. It’s family-friendly, weeknight-approved, and pure pasta joy in a bowl.

Nutrition (Per Serving, makes 4 servings):

• Calories: 460

• Protein: 35g

• Carbs: 34g

• Fat: 20g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 4g