Best 7 Chicken Alfredo Pasta Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Alfredo Pasta Skillet, a quick and easy one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and a rich Alfredo sauce. This versatile dish offers a delightful twist on the classic pasta Alfredo, featuring juicy shrimp for an extra layer of flavor.

With three variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. The classic Chicken Alfredo Pasta Skillet is a timeless favorite, while the Lightened-Up Chicken Alfredo Pasta Skillet offers a healthier alternative with reduced calories and fat. For a seafood lover's delight, the Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Skillet is a must-try, featuring succulent shrimp as the star ingredient.

Each variation is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions to ensure a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe provides all the guidance you need to create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own home.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your skillet, and embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BOW-TIE SKILLET ALFREDO



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed for thinning
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup good-quality grated Parmesan
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
4 ounces baby spinach
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Slice the chicken into thin strips and season with salt and pepper. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until deep golden brown on both sides and done in the middle. Remove the chicken from the skillet and add the minced garlic. Cook the garlic for 1 minute, then pour in the broth. Let it bubble up and reduce for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
  • Next, add the half-and-half, cream and some salt and pepper. Add the Parmesan, whisking constantly until it's all combined. Allow the liquid to heat up and thicken for a few minutes. If it gets too thick, you may thin it with a little chicken broth.
  • When the sauce looks good, remove it from the heat. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the grape tomatoes, spinach and pasta. Toss, taste, adjust the seasoning, top with minced parsley and serve immediately in the skillet!

SKILLET CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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Store-bought tortellini are the star of this quick and creamy weeknight meal. They simmer in their own sauce, making this a one-skillet meal with easy cleanup. Try one-inch pieces of Italian sausage instead of chicken for a variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 pinches freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
18 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat the heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, 1 cup of the Parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally, until the cheese and butter are melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the chicken is just cooked through, the sauce has thickened and the top starts to turn golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with the parsley.

IMPOSSIBLY EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO SKILLET



Impossibly Easy Chicken Alfredo Skillet image

Everything you need for a complete meal in one pan--chicken, veggies and a side bread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups sliced zucchini (about 4 medium or 1 lb)
2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2/3 cup milk
3/4 cup Alfredo pasta sauce
1 cup chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In 12-inch ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and zucchini. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together Bisquick™ mix, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of the basil and the milk until soft dough forms.
  • Stir Alfredo sauce into chicken mixture. Move mixture toward center of skillet. Drop 12 heaping tablespoonfuls of dough around edge of skillet.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown. Spoon tomatoes over chicken mixture. Sprinkle with remaining fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SIMPLE ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA



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One of the reasons I like to cook mostly healthy food is so I can justify the occasional dish like this one. Plus, any one-skillet meal where the pasta cooks right in the sauce is a gift with purchase, in my book.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Pasta     Kid-Friendly     Parmesan     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Small Plates     One-Pot Meal

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
Kosher or coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 cups chicken broth, preferably low-sodium
1 package (1 pound) penne rigate or ziti
1 1/2 cups heavy (whipping) cream or half-and-half, warmed
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a very large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, in batches if necessary, and sauté until nicely browned on the outside, but still a bit pink inside, about 4 minutes (the pieces don't have to be browned on all sides; two sides is fine). Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  • Do not clean the pan! Those brown bits on the bottom of the pan are going to add flavor to the sauce. Add the garlic to the pan and sauté over medium heat until you can smell it, 30 seconds. Turn the heat to high, add the chicken broth, and scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen up all of those delicious caramelized bits. Bring to a simmer, lower to medium heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the pasta, stir well, and simmer until the pasta starts to soften, about 8 minutes. Stir in the warm cream and the browned chicken with any juices that have accumulated on the plate. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, most of the liquid has been absorbed, and the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes more.
  • Stir in the Parmesan until well incorporated, and adjust the seasonings.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the parsley, if desired. Serve hot and pass extra Parmesan at the table.
  • Alfredo Add-Ins
  • When you add the Parmesan in Step 4, you can add any of the following to the pot, alone or in combination; stir over medium heat for another minute or two. 1 tablespoon puréed chipotles in adobo sauce 4 cups sliced mushrooms, sautéed 3 cups lightly cooked tiny broccoli florets 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, such as oregano, thyme, or parsley Or, you can serve up portions of Chicken Alfredo Pasta for those who like it plain and simple, and add proportionate amounts of any of the add-ins to the pot.
  • Make Ahead
  • While it's certainly reasonable to thrill over a meal of reheated leftover Alfredo pasta, either warmed on the stovetop or in the microwave, this dish is best when it's made just before serving.

EASY CHICKEN PASTA ALFREDO



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A friend of mine got this recipe while traveling in Italy. Chicken, mushrooms, and tortellini in rich cream sauce. Delicious! Serve sprinkled with parsley and cheese.

Provided by Lisa Cascioli Hauser

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
3 tablespoons butter
½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 cups heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken breast in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in another skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms and garlic powder until mushrooms begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into mushrooms and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt. Continue to cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
  • Stir tortellini and chicken into mushroom-cream sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 201.1 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 843 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO-PASTA SKILLET



Easy Chicken Alfredo-Pasta Skillet image

Could this be your family's new favorite weeknight dish? Our chicken Alfredo and pasta skillet is super easy to make, thanks to ready-made sauce!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1 jar (15 oz.) CLASSICO Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce
1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
2 cups campanelle pasta, cooked
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Italian* Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Cook and stir chicken in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 5 min. Add vegetables; cook 5 min. or until chicken is done and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Alfredo sauce, Italian seasoning and pasta; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in 1 cup cheese; top with remaining cheese. Cover; let stand 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g

CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA SKILLET



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A scratch dinner done in 40 minutes using just one pan? It's not too good to be true-but it is so very good! A classic homemade Alfredo sauce gets tossed with cooked chicken, peas and ziti pasta for an impressive meal that you can make on the fly.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
8 oz uncooked ziti pasta (2 1/2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
3/4 cup frozen sweet peas
Chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat until melted; add garlic. Cook and stir constantly about 1 minute or until fragrant. Add broth, pasta, salt and pepper; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium. Cook uncovered 12 to 14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in whipping cream and Parmesan cheese; cook over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until bubbly. Stir in chicken and frozen sweet peas; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated through.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • To make the creamiest Alfredo sauce, use high-quality butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will be thinner.
  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and herbs before cooking.
  • If you don't have a skillet, you can also make this dish in a large pot.
  • To make sure the pasta is cooked al dente, cook it for 1-2 minutes less than the package directions.
  • Serve the chicken Alfredo pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

This chicken Alfredo pasta skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great dish to make for a potluck or party. The creamy Alfredo sauce is rich and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy. The pasta is cooked to perfection and the whole dish is topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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