Kitchen notes · a little help before you start

One-Pan Skinny Chicken Alfredo

Name: One-Pan Skinny Chicken Alfredo
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
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; As Needed salt; As Needed black pepper

Creamy chicken Alfredo is especially inviting when the little pasta shapes catch the sauce in every fold. Parmesan gives the finish a savory bite, with herbs tucked into the creamy base. Fill a bowl while it's warm and enjoy the tender chicken among the pasta.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 30 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 13 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseAmericanChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or lessOne panOne pot & sheet pan

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Cooking method: One pan · One pot & sheet pan
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Brown chicken without finishing it

Sear the seasoned chicken pieces on all sides first; they don't need cooking through during that initial stage.

2. Add pasta uncooked

Stir uncooked pasta into broth, milk, flour and seasonings before bringing the pan to a gentle boil.

3. Stir during the covered simmer

Give the pasta a stir once or twice while it simmers under cover until tender.

Get to know the ingredients

Bite-sized chicken

Cut boneless skinless breasts into approximately one-inch pieces before seasoning and browning in olive oil.

Pasta shape choices

Farfalle or another bite-sized shape are listed, using white or wheat pasta for the creamy skillet dish.

Freshly grated Parmesan

Grate the Parmesan before the finish and stir it in only after removing the pan from heat.

The last little job

Cheese off the heat

Once pasta is tender, remove from heat and stir in Parmesan, then taste for salt and pepper before serving.

A little more help as you go

Vegetables can join late

You can add broccoli florets or other vegetables during the final few cooking minutes.

A vegetarian option is supplied

For that variation, omit the chicken, use vegetable broth and add vegetables if you'd like.

A few questions you might have

Can I use a milk alternative?

You can use a dairy-free milk alternative such as soy or almond milk in place of the milk.

Is a gluten-free variation provided?

Use gluten-free pasta and the listed cornstarch amount instead of flour for that variation.

When does the fresh garlic go in?

Add minced garlic after the chicken's first browning stage and saute briefly before adding liquids and pasta.

Should the sauce boil hard while pasta cooks?

Bring it to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer for cooking the pasta tender.

What is suggested alongside?

The serving direction lists vegetables, green salad, breadsticks and fruit as accompaniments for the chicken Alfredo.

Any more cooking tips?

Recipe Variations: 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. Instant Pot Recipe.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: tastesbetterfromscratch.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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