A creamy and comforting one-pot pasta dish made with tender chicken and savory flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Author:tastysavvy_admin
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound (450 g) chicken tenderloins or cutlets
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
½ medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken stock
¾ cup half and half
8 ounces dried pasta (any shape)
¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Season the chicken: In a shallow dish, combine ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan, and flour. Coat the chicken with this mixture for extra flavor and crispiness.
Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and fully cooked. Once done, remove it from the pot and keep it warm.
Cook the aromatics: Add the remaining butter and olive oil to the same pot. Sauté the diced onion for about 2 minutes until it becomes soft. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Deglaze and add liquids: Pour in ½ cup of chicken stock, making sure to scrape up any brown bits stuck to the pot. Stir in the remaining stock and half and half.
Cook the pasta: Add the dried pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s well coated in the liquid. Bring everything to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 11-13 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is al dente.
Make it creamy: Stir in the remaining ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning and ¾ cup of Parmesan cheese. Allow the sauce to thicken as it cools slightly.
Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if necessary. Return the cooked chicken to the pot and serve warm with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
Feel free to swap out the pasta shape or protein. This recipe can also be made gluten-free.