Description
This Instant Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food — rich, creamy, and full of bold garlic flavor. A one-pot wonder ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast: 1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Pasta: 12 ounces (penne or rotini)
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken Broth: 3 cups
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Parmesan Cheese: 3/4 cup, grated
- Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Turn on the Instant Pot and set it to sauté mode.
- Combine Ingredients: Add olive oil and garlic, sauté for 1 minute. Stir in chicken and brown lightly.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add chicken broth and deglaze the pot. Stir in pasta.
- Assemble the Dish: Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Do not stir. Seal the lid and set to pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Perform a quick release once done.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let sit for 5 minutes, garnish with herbs or extra cheese, and serve warm.
Notes
- Deglazing the pot prevents burn warnings.
- Stir in greens like spinach after cooking for a nutrient boost.
- Add a splash of cream when reheating for a fresh, silky texture.