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Instant Pot Fettuccine Alfredo

Creamy, quick fettuccine Alfredo made in the Instant Pot for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces fettuccine noodles broken in half
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into small chunks
  • 1 cup heavy cream no substitutions
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Pour 2 cups low-sodium chicken (or vegetable) broth into the Instant Pot inner pot. Stir in 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Layer 8 ounces of fettuccine noodles (broken in half) into the broth, arranging them crisscrossed so they are evenly distributed and less likely to stick.
  • Scatter 1 tablespoon cubed unsalted butter over the noodles, then pour 1 cup heavy cream evenly over the top.
  • Close the lid and turn the valve to sealed. Select High Pressure (Manual/Pressure Cook) and set the cook time to 6 minutes.
  • When the cooking program finishes, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes.
  • After 5 minutes, carefully move the valve to venting to release the remaining pressure slowly, then open the lid.
  • Stir the noodles into the sauce. It’s okay if there is extra liquid; the pasta will absorb some as it rests.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Replace the lid and let the fettuccine sit for a couple of minutes so the cheese melts into the sauce.
  • Serve immediately, adding extra Parmesan if desired.

Equipment

  • 6–8 quart electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot)
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Tongs

Notes

  • Place trimmed chicken strips on top of the pasta after pouring in the cream if adding chicken.
  • Season added chicken lightly with salt and pepper before cooking.
  • If cooking with chicken, follow the same pressure-cook time and use a 5-minute natural release.
  • Remove cooked chicken before stirring in Parmesan, dice it, then return to the pasta with the cheese.