Description
A simple and delicious one-pot meal that combines chicken, pasta, and Parmesan cheese for a quick dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Stir in the pasta, chicken broth, and marinara sauce.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta, easy dinner, quick meal, Italian pasta dish