Description
Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta in one pot. This dish transforms any weeknight dinner into a delightful experience, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that draws everyone to the table. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll create a rich and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Heat a drizzle of olive oil, then add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom to release flavorful bits.
- Add fettuccine without breaking it and cover with enough water (do not stir).
- Close the lid, seal the steam valve, and pressure cook on high for 8 minutes.
- After cooking, perform a quick release. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg