One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta: A Cozy 30-Minute Delight
A comforting, one-pot meal combining juicy seared chicken, al dente penne, and melted mozzarella in a rich tomato sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the chicken chunks.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add dry penne pasta to the pot and stir to coat in oil.
- Pour in marinara sauce and water/broth, stirring to combine.
- Cover and simmer on low for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan, cover for 3 minutes until cheese is melted.