Description
Comfort meets convenience in this mouthwatering one-pot chicken parmesan pasta, where classic Italian flavors meld seamlessly with simple cooking techniques. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken, this dish offers a delightful dinner solution you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Base and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 ounces (680 grams) marinara sauce
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces (227 grams) penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Liberally coat chicken with a robust blend of aromatic spices, ensuring each piece is thoroughly seasoned.
- Sear chicken in a spacious pot with hot olive oil, developing a golden-brown exterior over medium-high heat for approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and fragrant garlic, sautéing until they release their delectable aromatics.
- Cascade marinara sauce and rich chicken broth over the chicken, then gently fold in penne pasta, creating a harmonious mixture.
- Elevate heat to trigger boiling, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and allow the pasta to absorb flavors for 15-20 minutes, or until perfectly tender.
- Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until they melt into a creamy, luxurious sauce that envelops the pasta and chicken.
- Transfer to serving dishes, adorning with freshly torn basil leaves for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Select high-quality chicken breasts for the most tender and flavorful result.
- Use homemade marinara sauce for a richer, more authentic taste if time permits.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes like rotini or rigatoni for textural variety.
- Customize the dish by adding extra vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for increased nutrition and color.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-27 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 451 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg