Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo

A one pot, no fuss, no babysitting dinner! Even the uncooked pasta cooks right in the IP, soaking up all that creamy goodness!

REASONS TO MAKE INSTANT POT CHICKEN ALFREDO

• Super speedy dinner. With a short ingredient list with pantry staples, this homemade alfredo comes together very quickly in just 30 min, start to finish. Perfect for busy weeknights that the whole family will love, even the little ones will gobble this up!
• No babysitting, no fuss. Thanks to the Instant Pot, this is truly a one pot dinner where even the uncooked pasta gets cooked right in the IP soaking up all the saucy, cheesy goodness.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR SUCCESS

• Choose a wine you will drink. A dry white wine (pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc) is great here – it does not have to be anything fancy or overpriced. Just something you don’t mind sipping on since you will have an open bottle.
• Use good-quality stock. The better quality your stock, the better your alfredo sauce. Many brands love to pack in the salt so always opt for unsalted or a lower-sodium variety. Homemade stock is even better.
• Freshly grated cheese goes a long way. While pre-grated Parmesan cheese will save a few minutes in the kitchen, freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano or domestic Parmesan is ideal. This gives the favorited rich, nutty flavors of alfredo sauce, creating a smooth, creamy consistency.
• Mix it up. Swap out the fettuccine noodles for penne or rotini, use chicken breasts (or tenders) instead of thighs or add in some broccoli florets for sneaked-in veggies.
• Use a bigger Instant Pot when doubling. When doubling the recipe, opt for an 8-qt Instant Pot® instead to allow for enough room, filling just before the max line.