Description
This easy One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a flavorful and comforting meal made with juicy chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese—all in one pot! Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken Parmesan Pasta:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound pasta (penne, rotini, or ziti)
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chicken over medium-high heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add Pasta and Sauce: Add the pasta, marinara sauce, and 2 cups of water to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Stir in the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is thickened.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious one-pot chicken parmesan pasta!
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with turkey or ground beef for a variation.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or add chili peppers.
- To make it extra creamy, you can stir in some heavy cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg