Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet
A comforting one-pan dinner that combines the classic flavors of Chicken Parmesan with tender penne pasta in a creamy tomato sauce topped with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. penne pasta
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Blend in the marinara sauce, allowing the mixture to reach a gentle simmer.
- Cook pasta: Add the penne pasta directly to the skillet, followed by 2 cups of water. Stir everything together, cover, and let it simmer for around 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the water has been absorbed.
- Melt the cheese: After the pasta is cooked, remove the lid and add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Give it another 2-3 minutes on the heat, stirring until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish & serve: If desired, garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Can substitute penne with other pasta shapes, and chicken can be replaced with ground turkey or a plant-based protein for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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