Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet
All the comfort of Chicken Parmesan with none of the mess — this one-skillet pasta is cheesy, hearty, and perfect for busy nights.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
- Lid or Cover for Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta cooked al dente
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
- 0.5 cup pasta water reserved from boiling pasta
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- fresh basil optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Parmesan, cooked pasta, and reserved pasta water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Simmer for 4–5 minutes to blend flavors and thicken sauce.
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle mozzarella over top, cover skillet, and let sit for 5 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
Use good quality marinara and freshly shredded cheese for the best results. Try adding sautéed veggies like mushrooms or spinach for a nutrition boost.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 38gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3.2mg
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