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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo

Creamy Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo for Effortless Family Dinners

This Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo is a quick and creamy one-pot meal that brings comfort to busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Uncooked Fettuccine Noodles Break in half for even cooking
  • 3 cups Water or Broth Use broth for extra richness
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Keep whole for best results
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Cut into chunks for even melting
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust based on broth saltiness
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for optimal taste
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated cheese melts best
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped; optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Break the uncooked fettuccine noodles in half and layer them crisscross in the bottom of your Instant Pot. Pour in just enough water or broth to fully submerge the noodles.
  2. Gently lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts on top of the fettuccine noodles. Pour the heavy cream over the chicken and noodles, followed by adding the unsalted butter, minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure cook to HIGH for 5 minutes, ensuring the valve is set to 'Sealing'.
  4. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. Once the time is up, carefully switch the valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining steam.
  5. Check the chicken's internal temperature to ensure it has reached 165°F. Remove the chicken breasts and let them rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
  6. Use a wooden spoon to stir the cooked fettuccine noodles in the pot, ensuring moisture from the cream and broth is evenly distributed.
  7. Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture while stirring continuously until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  8. Shred the rested chicken breasts and mix them back into the creamy pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this comforting meal with a side salad or other favorite dishes.

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