Description
Indulge in the flavors of classic Chicken Parmesan in an easy-to-make pasta dish. Tender chicken, savory marinara sauce, and melted cheese come together with pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces uncooked penne or rotini pasta
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add garlic and sauté, then pour in marinara sauce and chicken broth.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in the uncooked pasta, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Garnish with basil or parsley and red pepper flakes.
Notes
- You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For a crispier texture, transfer the dish to a baking dish, top with extra cheese, and broil until bubbly and golden.
- Consider using whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1â…“ cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
