Description
This one-pot chicken parmesan pasta is a flavorful and comforting Italian-American dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a cheesy marinara sauce all cooked together for an easy and delicious family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 12 ounces uncooked penne or rotini pasta
Cheeses and Garnishes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces along with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides but not fully cooked through.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for another 2–3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour in the chicken broth and marinara sauce, stirring well to combine everything evenly. Add the uncooked penne or rotini pasta and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pot and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until the pasta is tender and the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Mix in Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and blends into the sauce, adding a rich flavor and creamy texture.
- Add Mozzarella and Melt: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pasta. Cover the pot again and let it sit off the heat for 2–3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley over the pasta for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken to save time; just reduce the simmering time slightly since the chicken is already cooked.
- Add red pepper flakes to the sauce while cooking for a spicy kick.
- Stir in fresh spinach or other leafy greens at the end of cooking for added nutrition and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
