One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 cups marinara sauce

2 1/2 cups chicken broth

8 oz uncooked penne pasta

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Directions

Cook the Chicken:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.

Add Sauce and Pasta:

Stir in the marinara sauce and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in the uncooked penne pasta.

Cook the Pasta:

Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let the pasta cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Add Parmesan:

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined with the pasta and chicken.

Top with Mozzarella:

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta. Cover and let the cheese melt for about 2-3 minutes.

Garnish and Serve:

Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from heat. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

This One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a great, easy-to-make meal that combines the flavors of chicken parmesan with pasta, all in one pan!