Description
One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta combines the savory flavors of chicken Parmesan with tender pasta in a single pot, perfect for busy weeknights. This dish features juicy chicken pieces, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, delivering a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- Protein: 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- Pasta: 1 pound penne pasta
- Sauce: 24 ounces marinara sauce
- Cheeses: 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Aromatics: 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Seasoning: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper (to taste)
- Liquid: 3 cups chicken broth
- Garnish: Fresh basil
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Cook Garlic: In the same pot, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Combine Ingredients: Add browned chicken, uncooked penne, marinara sauce, and chicken broth. Stir to mix.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, reduce to low, and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and sauce thickened.
- Add Cheese: Stir in Parmesan and half the mozzarella until melted.
- Melt Cheese Topping: Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top, cover, and let it melt for a few minutes.
- Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- To add heat, include red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Use gluten-free pasta or whole-wheat pasta for dietary preferences.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
