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Easy One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Chicken Parmesan Pasta
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Easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the classic flavors of Italian cuisine right to your dinner table. With tender chunks of chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just under an hour, you can serve a comforting meal that will please everyone. Plus, minimal cleanup means more time to relax after dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic (minced)
  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1” chunks)
  • 1 cup minced yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 lb dried medium pasta (farfalle, campanelle, rigatoni)
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce (low or no salt added)
  • 4 cups water
  • 2.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Torn fresh basil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the breadcrumbs: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and panko breadcrumbs, toasting until golden brown. Set aside.
  2. Cook the chicken: Add olive oil to the same pot and sauté chicken until cooked through.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Stir in onion, garlic, basil, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes for three minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine ingredients: Add pasta, marinara sauce, and water; stir well and cover.
  5. Cook pasta: Boil then reduce heat; cook covered for six minutes.
  6. Rest off heat: Remove from heat and let sit for five minutes.
  7. Add cheese & serve: Stir in mozzarella and parmesan cheese before serving topped with toasted breadcrumbs.

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