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How Long to Cook One-Pan Chicken Alfredo (Skillet, Pasta Cooked in Sauce) in the cast iron

Specification: Cubed chicken breast seared, simmered directly with fettuccine, heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan in deep cast iron

Target Temp

350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low

Stovetop Sear

Total Time

16–20 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

No Flip

Continuous Cook

Internal Safe Temp

165°F (74°C)

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Heat cast iron skillet over 350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low until lightly smoking. Prepare one-pan chicken alfredo (skillet, pasta cooked in sauce) (Cubed chicken breast seared, simmered directly with fettuccine, heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan in deep cast iron). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

Cook

Cook for 16–20 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

Check & Rest

Pasta is al dente, chicken pieces are 165°F, and cream sauce is thickened and clings silkily to noodles Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Lodge Cast Iron One-Pot Pasta Guidelines & Barilla Foodservice Standards

Pro Tip: Maintain a gentle simmer rather than a hard boil; boiling cream in heavy cast iron can cause dairy proteins to separate and curdle.

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