One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta – Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes
There’s something comforting about tossing everything into one pot and watching dinner practically cook itself. That’s exactly the magic behind this One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta. It hits that sweet spot between low effort and high reward. Busy night? Tired brain? This recipe’s got your back.
I first threw this together on a random Tuesday when I was staring at a pack of chicken and a half-empty box of pasta. It was either this or cereal again. I went rogue, dumped it all in a pot with some tomato sauce, and crossed my fingers. Spoiler: It turned out so good, I now keep shredded mozzarella in my fridge just for this meal. It’s cheesy, saucy, and the clean-up is embarrassingly easy. And that golden, crispy Parmesan crust on top? Game over.
If you’ve ever wished you could make something comforting, cozy, and actually edible in under 30 minutes, here’s your answer. This one’s a weeknight hero with flavor that fools you into thinking you tried way harder than you did.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups dry pasta (penne or rotini work great)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook for about 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Pour in the marinara sauce, chicken broth, and dry pasta. Stir everything together.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 12–14 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Remove lid, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Cover again and let sit for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts. Optionally, broil for 1–2 minutes for a crispy cheese top.
- Serve hot with fresh basil if you’re feeling a little extra.