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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta

Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta Recipe

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This Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dinner that’s ready in just 14 minutes. The 4-minute cook time ensures the pasta stays perfectly firm, while the sauce clings beautifully to every strand.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 567 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into small slices)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 12 ounces penne pasta uncooked
  • 8 ounces cream cheese 1 package
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional topping
  • fresh basil optional topping

Instructions
 

  • Press "SAUTE" on the Instant Pot and let it heat up for a few minutes, then add in the oil.
  • Sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the Instant Pot. Brown chicken for about 3 minutes on each side.
  • Add garlic, parsley, and chicken broth to the Instant Pot, being sure to scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot with a wooden spatula to remove any burnt bits or pieces from the chicken.
  • Add the pasta on top of everything and press it gently down into the liquid with a spatula (don't stir it in with the other ingredients). The liquid should barely cover the pasta.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the valve to "sealing."
  • Press the "MANUAL" button and cook for 4 minutes.
  • When the Instant Pot is finished cooking, move the valve to "venting" and do a quick release of the pressure. Remove the lid.
  • Press the "SAUTE" button and add in the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a small bowl, mix together water and cornstarch, then add into the Instant Pot. Stir together until sauce reaches desired thickness and serve.
  • Top with fresh Parmesan cheese and basil, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 567kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 44gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 944mgPotassium: 831mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 402IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 227mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Alfredo, creamy pasta, easy dinner recipe, Instant Pot, Penne Pasta
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