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One-Pan Skinny Chicken Alfredo

This Healthy Chicken Alfredo pasta recipe is made in just one pan, with all the flavor of traditional Alfredo, without the calories!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 462 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces uncooked farfalle pasta or any bite-sized shape pasta (white or wheat)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 3/4 cups fat-free milk
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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).
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
  4. Add chicken broth, milk, flour, onion powder, basil, parsley and uncooked pasta to pan and stir well to combine.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer.
  6. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring once or twice during this time.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese.
  8. Season with salt and pepper, if needed.
  9. Serve with veggies, green salad, breadsticks, fruit.

Notes

  • Recipe Variations:
  • Instant Pot Recipe.
  • Dairy Free: Replace milk with a dairy free alternative, like soy, or almond milk. 
  • Gluten Free: Use 1 tablespoon cornstarch in place of the flour. Substitute gluten-free pasta. 
  • Vegetarian: Omit Chicken (add veggies if desired) and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Extra Veggies: Add broccoli florets or your favorite type of veggies! Throw them in during the last few minutes of cooking. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 462kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 60mg (20%) Sodium 527mg (22%) Potassium 591mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 450IU (9%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 429mg (43%) Iron 1.5mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 462

% 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.