Description
Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and rich marinara sauce topped with gooey mozzarella and parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a quick yet satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Pasta (penne or rotini)
- Marinara sauce
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh garlic
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Pour in marinara sauce and enough water to cook pasta (about 2 cups). Bring to a gentle boil before adding uncooked pasta.
- Cover and simmer on low heat until pasta is al dente (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan on top. Cover until cheese melts (a few minutes).
Notes
– For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or bell peppers while cooking the chicken.
– Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variations.
– Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg