Instant Pot Recipes Chicken Alfredo
Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, delicious, and easy-to-make meal that will be a hit with your family. This dish is a perfect weeknight dinner and is great for leftovers or for meal prepping for the week ahead. The Instant Pot makes this meal super easy to make and much faster than traditional stovetop recipes. The creamy Alfredo sauce is made with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and garlic to give it an amazing flavor. The chicken is cooked to perfection and is full of flavor. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Prep Time
Prep time for this dish is about 10 minutes. This includes prepping the chicken, making the Alfredo sauce, and getting the Instant Pot ready. You will also need to gather the ingredients and have them ready to go.
Cook Time
Cook time for this dish is about 25 minutes. This includes the time that it takes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure and then the time it takes to cook the chicken and Alfredo sauce. Once the time is up, you will need to do a quick release of the pressure before you can open the Instant Pot.
Ingredients
For this dish you will need: 2 chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 cloves of garlic (minced), 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of chicken broth, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese (grated), 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley (chopped), salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions
1. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.
2. Turn the Instant Pot to the sauté setting and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until it is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and butter to the Instant Pot and cook for another minute.
4. Add the flour and mix until it is completely incorporated.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Add the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
7. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot. Make sure the valve is set to sealing position.
8. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
9. Once the cooking time is up, do a quick release of the pressure.
10. Serve the Chicken Alfredo over cooked pasta or with a side of steamed veggies.
Equipment
For this recipe, you will need an Instant Pot, a cutting board, a knife, a spoon, and a measuring cup.
Notes
This recipe is best served immediately. Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 517, Total Fat: 27.9g, Saturated Fat: 14.8g, Cholesterol: 95.3mg, Sodium: 558.8mg, Total Carbohydrates: 28.2g, Dietary Fiber: 2.2g, Sugars: 2.4g, Protein: 33.2g
Recipe Tips
For a lighter version of this recipe, you can use low-fat cream cheese and skim milk instead of heavy cream. To add some extra flavor, you can also add some red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños. You can also substitute the chicken for shrimp or tofu for a delicious vegetarian option.
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