One-Pan Skinny Chicken Alfredo
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
462 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
One-Pan Skinny Chicken Alfredo
Description
The recipe uses small chicken breast pieces browned briefly in olive oil with garlic, then combined with uncooked pasta, chicken broth, milk, flour, and herbs in the same pan. Simmering everything together allows the pasta to cook while thickening the sauce and melding flavors. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is stirred in at the end to create a creamy texture without heavy creams.
The dish yields a gentle blend of savory herb notes and mild garlic in a creamy coating around tender chicken and pasta. The one-pan approach makes it efficient, with stirring during simmering to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
This alfredo pairs well with added vegetables like broccoli or a simple green salad to complete the meal. Its balanced components suit a straightforward weeknight dinner when you want the taste of classic alfredo without excess richness.
Recipe notes suggest adapting the recipe for dairy-free or gluten-free diets by substituting milk and flour. Vegetables can be added near the end for extra nutrition and texture.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces farfalle pasta or any bite-sized shape pasta (white or wheat, uncooked
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 pound chicken breast boneless skinless
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 3/4 cups milk fat-free
- 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite size pieces, about 1 inch, and season with salt and pepper. Add olive oil to a skillet over medium high heat.
- Add chicken to the hot skillet and brown on all sides for 1-2 minutes (you don’t need to cook it all the way through).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
- Add chicken broth, milk, flour, onion powder, basil, parsley and uncooked pasta to pan and stir well to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring once or twice during this time.
- Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve with veggies, green salad, breadsticks, fruit.
Notes
- Replace milk with dairy-free alternatives like soy or almond milk for a dairy-free version.
- Use cornstarch instead of flour and gluten-free pasta to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Add broccoli or other vegetables in the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition.
- Omit chicken and use vegetable broth to make a vegetarian version with optional veggies.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 462 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 462kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 527mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 450IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 429mg | 43% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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