Whip up a delightful and effortless meal with our One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta! Perfect for a busy weeknight, this easy-to-make recipe brings together tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, all cooked in a single pot. Say goodbye to piles of dishes and hello to a delicious, satisfying meal the whole family will love - truly a hassle-free choice with minimal cleanup.
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Why You'll Want to Make One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta
- Perfect for Busy Weeknights: The one-pot nature makes it ideal for quick preparation when time is limited.
- Hassle-Free Meal: All ingredients, including tender chicken, broccoli, and a rich Alfredo sauce, cook in a single pot, simplifying the process.
- Minimal Cleanup: Cooking everything in one pot significantly reduces the amount of washing up afterward.
- Delicious and Satisfying: It's a flavorful and fulfilling dish that the whole family can enjoy.
Ingredients - Here's What You'll Need
Steps to Make One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot with a lid over medium-high heat. (I like to use my large Le Creuset Braiser.) Add the cubed boneless skinless chicken breast pieces and stir to coat them with the oil. Season the chicken with ½ teaspoon each of Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside, keeping warm until ready to return to the pot.
- Add the freshly minced garlic to the pot, stirring constantly, and cook for about a minute, until fragrant. Then, add the low-sodium chicken broth, increase the heat to high, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the dry pasta and stir into the broth. When the liquid begins to simmer again, place the lid on the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Italian seasoning and stir into the pasta.
- Then, add the broccoli florets and stir into the pasta. Replace the lid on the pot and cook for about 4 minutes or until the pasta has cooked through.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and stir into the pasta.
- Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and stir into the pasta, until the cheese has melted.
- Season with the remaining salt and pepper. Then, add the cooked chicken back to the pot and stir into the pasta.
- Top with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese and freshly minced parsley. Serve immediately.
Mastering a hassle-free, delicious meal like this One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta means more time enjoying family and less time cleaning. With simple ingredients and quick steps, this recipe is set to become your go-to for satisfying cravings. Don't wait-try this amazing one-pot meal tonight and experience the joy of effortless cooking!
Frequently Asked Questions
While the recipe is versatile, farfalle, penne, and rotini work best to absorb the creamy Alfredo sauce without becoming mushy.
You can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream to reduce the creaminess and also the calories.
A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle kick, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil at the end brightens the dish.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Prevent Sticking: Stir the pasta frequently, especially during the initial cooking phase, to prevent it from clumping together or sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Perfectly Cooked Broccoli: Add the broccoli during the last few minutes of cooking to ensure it's tender-crisp and retains its vibrant green color. Overcooked broccoli can become soft and lose nutrients.
- Adjusting Consistency: If your sauce is too thick, add a splash more chicken broth or milk until it reaches your desired creaminess. If it's too thin, let it simmer gently for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken, or stir in a little grated Parmesan cheese.
- Chicken Variations: Feel free to substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for a richer flavor, or even add cooked shrimp for a seafood twist.
Other Great One-Pot Meals
- One-Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta - Where Tex-Mex Meets Italian
- One-Pot Layered Ratatouille
- Braised Chicken Thighs with Vegetables - A One-Pot Wonder
- One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta
- One-Pot Chicken Pot Pie Pasta
- Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Italian Sausage Pasta
- Easy One-Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper Lasagna
- One-Pot Irish Chicken
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One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 tbs Olive Oil
- 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cubed
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt divided
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper divided
- 3 Garlic Cloves freshly minced
- 4 c Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 lb Dry Pasta such as farfalle, penne, or rotini
- 1 tbs Italian Seasoning
- 1 Broccoli Crown cut into florets
- 1 c Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 oz Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, plus additional for topping
- Parsley (optional) freshly minced
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil over in a large pot, with a lid, over medium-high heat. Add the cubed boneless skinless chicken breast pieces, and stir to coat with the oil. Season the chicken with ½ teaspoon each of Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside, keeping warm until ready to return to the pot.
- Add the freshly minced garlic to the pot, stirring constantly, and cook for about a minute, until fragrant. Then, add the low-sodium chicken broth, increase the heat to high, and bring to a simmer. Add the dry pasta and stir into the broth. When the liquid begins to simmer again, place the lid on the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Italian seasoning and broccoli florets, then stir them into the pasta. Replace the lid on the pot and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the pasta has cooked through.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and stir into the pasta. Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and stir into the pasta. Season with the remaining ½ teaspoon each of Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Then, add the cooked chicken back to the pot and stir into the pasta.
- Top with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese and freshly minced parsley. Serve immediately.
- Yield 6 servings.
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