One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

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A great thing about this recipe is that you really only use one pot. 

There is no need to cook the pasta in a different one. It cooks directly in the sauce.

This Chicken Parmesan Pasta is saucy, cheesy, and quick to make. 

My kids love it as much as my husband. It’s a good day when you can please the little ones as well as the adults!

Ingredients for One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

• Light olive oil which is best for sauteing and cooking at a high temperature.

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts. In my family, we love white meat, but if you like dark meat better, use chicken thighs. 

• Dried basil and oregano for an authentic Italian touch. You can also use Italian seasoning.

• Onion and garlic to flavor the chicken and the sauce. Chop and mince them finely.

• Rigatoni pasta or any short pasta you have on hand. 

• Marinara sauce. Your favorite store-bought marinara sauce. Good quality sauce makes a good pasta dish.

• Mozzarella cheese. You can use pre-shredded mozzarella cheese, but I highly recommend shredding your own cheese.

• Parmesan cheese. Again, it’s best to grate your own cheese, but store-bought is ok too.

• Salt and pepper added at the end to season the sauce.

• Fresh parsley for serving. Chop it finely if you can, and add it on top for garnish as well as flavor.

How to Make One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

    1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Brown the chicken pieces for about 2-3 minutes. You don’t need to cook them all the way through. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.

    2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3 minutes or until the onion is translucent. 

    3. Pour in the marinara sauce, 24 oz water (use the same marinara sauce jar). Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer.

    4. Stir in the pasta, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until the pasta is cooked al dente.

    5. Mix in the parmesan cheese and ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella until melted. Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella on top, remove from heat, and place the lid on until the cheese has melted. Serve with freshly chopped parsley on top.

Can I Freeze Chicken Parmesan Pasta?

Yes, you can freeze Chicken Parmesan Pasta. What I like to do is freeze individual portions so I can reheat them as needed. Let the dish come to room temperature, place it in an airtight container and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Most Italian pasta dishes are meant to be served with a side salad at the most, and a slice of good bread. This dish has protein in it, so all it needs is a veggie side dish like a salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and grated carrots, for example.

This dish is perfect for the whole family because kids love it as much as adults!

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