One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

This chicken parmesan pasta is the perfect one pot meal for busy weeknights. It’s flavorful and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.

Plus, it’s a great way to use any leftover chicken parmesan. This chicken parmesan pasta is sure to become a family favorite.

This chicken parmesan pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. It’s quick and easy to make and packed with flavor. Plus, it only dirties one pot, which means less cleanup for you. Win-win!

Plus, it only dirty one pot! Here’s what you need: chicken breasts, pasta, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

Serve it with a simple green salad and some garlic bread for a complete meal.

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Why I love this One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe

I love this One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe because it is quick and easy to make, and it tastes delicious. The pasta is cooked in a sauce made with chicken broth, tomatoes, and herbs, and the chicken is cooked in the same skillet. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

What’s the difference between chicken parmesan and chicken parmigiana?

You might be surprised to know that chicken parmesan and chicken parmigiana are the same dish! The difference is that “parmigiana” is the Italian wording for it. So, in reality, it doesn’t matter if you call it chicken parmesan or chicken parmigiana!

How To Serve

• A garden salad with fresh vegetables and a light dressing.
• Garlic bread or breadsticks.
• Roasted vegetables.
• Sauteed mushrooms or other veggies.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in this one pot recipe?

Yep! Simply swap the chicken breasts for boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Follow the recipe precisely, and it will work well.

WHAT KIND OF POT WORKS BEST FOR PASTA?

Because you are cooking this pasta in a skillet, you don’t need to pre-boil it like in other pasta recipes. You will need a large skillet that has a lid. The pasta will cook as the liquid and chicken simmer for about 25–30 minutes.

Can this pasta recipe be made gluten-free?

Absolutely! Use your favorite gluten-free pasta and follow the same directions. It shouldn’t make any difference if it’s gluten free pasta or not.

Ingredients:

• Olive oil
• Onion, diced
• Chicken breasts
• Dry penne pasta
• Marinara sauce
• Chicken broth
• Dried oregano
• Parmesan cheese
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning)

How to make One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta:

Step 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions until they start to turn translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Brown chicken until mostly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3. Add dry pasta, marinara sauce, chicken broth and oregano.

Stir until ingredients are well combined in the skillet. Cover the skillet and reduce to a simmer.

Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring a few times until pasta is cooked and the liquid has reduced to a sauce consistency.

Step 4. Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan and ½ a cup of mozzarella. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of mozzarella over top and cover with skillet until cheese melts, around 3-4 minutes. 

Step 5. Serve hot. 

One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

This chicken parmesan pasta is the perfect one pot meal for busy weeknights. It's flavorful and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it's a great way to use any leftover chicken parmesan. This chicken parmesan pasta is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients 

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Onion, medium, diced
• 1 pound Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, (approximately 2 large breasts), cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
• 8 oz Dry penne pasta
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 ½ cups Chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1 ½ cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning)

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Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions until they start to turn translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
• Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Brown chicken until mostly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• Add dry pasta, marinara sauce, chicken broth and oregano. Stir until ingredients are well combined in the skillet. Cover the skillet and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring a few times until pasta is cooked and the liquid has reduced to a sauce consistency.
• Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan and ½ a cup of mozzarella. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of mozzarella over top and cover with skillet until cheese melts, around 3-4 minutes.
• Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 678kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 15179mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 3mg

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One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe tips

• If you are looking for an easy chicken pasta dish, this is the recipe for you! This One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta dish is simple to make and only requires one pot.
• The pasta will soak up all of the delicious flavors of the chicken and cheese, making it a mouthwatering meal.
• You can customize this dish however you like by adding in your favorite vegetables or using different types of pasta.

One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe variations

There are many different variations of the One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe.

• One variation includes using a jar of pasta sauce in place of the canned tomatoes.
• Another variation includes using ground beef or Italian sausage in place of the chicken.
• You can also add vegetables such as onions, peppers, or mushrooms to the pasta dish.

Storage

After the chicken parmesan pasta has cooled down, cover it well and place it in the fridge. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving.

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