One-Skillet Chicken Alfredo on a plate

Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Easy

One-Skillet Chicken Alfredo

This quick one-skillet chicken Alfredo combines tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy parmesan sauce all in one pan, ready in about 25 minutes.

10Prep min
18Cook min
28Total min
  • 1 lbchicken breast, diced
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 2 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 1 cupheavy cream
  • 8 ozfettuccine, broken in half
  • 1 cupgrated parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  2. 2Add the garlic to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. 3Pour in the chicken broth and cream, then add the pasta, pushing it down to submerge in the liquid.
  4. 4Bring to a simmer and cook for 12-14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  5. 5Stir in the parmesan cheese and return the chicken to the pan, tossing to coat.
  6. 6Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.

Make it yours

  • Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
  • Top with extra cracked black pepper and parsley.

Good with

  • Garlic bread
  • A simple side salad
  • Steamed broccoli

Good questions, answered.

Can I use a different pasta shape?

Yes, penne or rotini work well too; just adjust the simmer time to the pasta's package directions.

Why cook the pasta in the sauce?

Cooking the pasta directly in the broth and cream lets it absorb flavor and helps thicken the sauce naturally.