30-Minute One Pot Chicken Parmesan
A quick and delicious one pot chicken parmesan that’s perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering everything to make cooking smoother.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and marinara sauce; stir and bring to a simmer.
- Add the heavy cream and mix well to achieve a creamy sauce.
- Add the uncooked rigatoni, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Mix in the shredded mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Garnish with remaining Parmesan cheese, parsley, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
Try switching the chicken for vegetables or using whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: one pot meal, chicken parmesan, quick dinner, family recipe