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One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta for Quick Weeknight Bliss

Enjoy quick and easy One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta that's perfect for busy families!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Dish
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and flavor; substitute with 1 tablespoon olive oil if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing chicken; can substitute with avocado oil or ghee.
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into 1” chunks; can swap with thighs or tenders.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adds an aromatic base.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Infuses classic flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Infuses classic flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional spice.
  • 12 ounces Dried Medium Pasta Farfalle, Campanelle, or Rigatoni.
  • 24 ounces Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2.5 cups Water Can use low-sodium chicken broth.
  • 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Freshly grated for better melting.
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For added flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For a crunchy texture.
  • Fresh Basil Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Melt butter in a Dutch oven. Stir in minced garlic and panko breadcrumbs, sauté for 3 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
  2. Wipe down the pot, add olive oil and chicken, cooking for 5 minutes until browned. Add onion, garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 3 minutes.
  3. Pour in pasta, marinara sauce, and water. Stir to combine and bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
  5. Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes. Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil until melted.
  6. Serve and sprinkle toasted panko on top for crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 36gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Substitute water with broth for richer taste. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.

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