Only ONE Pot for Creamy Chicken Alfredo? YES, PLEASE!

One-Pot Cheesy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
This recipe combines creamy and decadent chicken alfredo with tender broccoli florets, all cooked together in one pot for a hassle-free and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 (10-ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:

Prep the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Season the chicken pieces with the spice mixture.

Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.

Sauté the Aromatics: Add the chopped onion to the pot with the browned chicken. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion softens and becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Create the Creamy Base: Pour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the pot. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Cheese Time! Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and softened cream cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses melt and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

Broccoli Bonanza: Add the thawed broccoli florets to the pot with the creamy sauce. Stir gently to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is heated through and tender-crisp.

Serve and Enjoy! Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley (optional). Serve the creamy chicken alfredo with broccoli over your favorite pasta, like fettuccine or penne.

Tips:

You can adjust the amount of chicken broth or heavy cream to achieve your desired level of sauce thickness.
To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk or broth if the sauce thickens too much.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while simmering.
Enjoy this delicious and easy one-pot meal!