Description
A quick and tasty Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich tomato sauce topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add penne pasta and 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir well, bring to a boil, and reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender and the water is mostly absorbed.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Cover and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the level of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- For a healthier option, you can use whole wheat pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg