One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Bowls

A massive, high-protein comfort meal that ditches the empty pasta carbs without losing an ounce of richness. We doubled the chicken and packed the pressure cooker with two textures of broccoli—one batch pureed directly into a lighter half-and-half sauce for maximum creaminess, and another left whole for a hearty bite. Served inside giant, hollowed-out bakery bread bowls brushed with a garlic olive oil blend and toasted to a golden crisp. A fast, unapologetic, one-pot powerhouse.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Slice the top quarter off of each bread bowl and scoop out the center to create a hollow "bowl."

Step 2

Mix the 3–4 tbsp of olive oil with 1 tbsp of minced garlic and 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning. Generously brush the insides, rims, and the cut "lids" of the bread bowls. Set aside on a baking sheet

Step 3

Set your pressure cooker to the Sauté function. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in the pot, add the diced onion and the 2 lbs of diced chicken, and cook for 3–4 minutes until the onion softens and the chicken begins to brown. Add 1 tbsp of minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.

Step 4

Pour in the 2.5 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot thoroughly to remove any stuck bits. Secure the lid, ensure the valve is sealed, and set to High Pressure for 6 minutes.

Step 5

While the pressure cooker is running, microwave both bags of frozen broccoli according to the package directions. Bag 1: Transfer to a blender or food processor, add a splash of the half & half, and blend until completely smooth. Bag 2: Set aside to keep the florets whole.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet of prepared bread bowls into the oven at 400°F (or under the broiler) for 3–5 minutes until the garlic-oiled edges are golden, toasted, and sturdy.

Step 7

When the pressure cooker timer goes off, carefully perform a Quick Release. Pour in the rest of the half & half, the smooth broccoli puree, and the Shredded Parmesan cheese. Stir well and let the mixture sit in the warm pot for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese and let the sauce thicken up. Finally, gently fold in the whole steamed broccoli florets.

Step 8

Ladle the thick, meat-and-veggie-packed Alfredo directly into the hot, crispy garlic bread bowls. Top with a crack of black pepper and serve immediately.