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One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta dish with melted cheese and garnished with herbs

One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

A comforting and easy one-pot meal that combines chicken, pasta, marinara sauce, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups pasta Any short pasta like penne or fusilli
  • 2 cups chicken breast, diced Fresh or thawed chicken
  • 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth or water
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with provolone or a cheese mix
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and marinara sauce, then add the pasta. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for about 12-15 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
  4. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly distributed. Serve hot.

Notes

For serving, consider pairing with a side salad or garlic bread. You can also add fresh basil or parsley for a burst of color.
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