May 16, 2023
Review RecipeOne Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta
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This easy one pot chicken parmesan pasta is the right choice if you love chicken parmesan but hate washing dishes. In this recipe, everything all cooks in the same pot to create a creamy, cheesy, and delicious meal with minimal mess that the whole family will love.
For more easy one-pot meals, take a look at our sausage and peppers or our one pot chicken and rice.
One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Ingredients
You’ll need:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of garlic salt
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon of garlic paste
- 16 ounces dried rigatoni pasta
- 1 (24-ounce) jar of Ragu Old World Traditional Pasta Sauce
- 24 ounces of chicken stock
- 1½ cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup of parmesan cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, finely chopped
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
CHICKEN: To make this dish suitable for vegetarians, you could leave out the chicken, or use a vegetarian chicken substitute. You should also swap the chicken stock for vegetable stock.
GARLIC: If you don’t have garlic powder, garlic salt, and garlic paste, you can just add more of the type of garlic that you do have. Fresh or frozen garlic will also work for this recipe.
RAGU PASTA SAUCE: This is our favorite sauce to make one-pot parmesan chicken, but any brand of tomato sauce will be fine or you could use homemade pasta sauce.
RIGATONI PASTA: Penne pasta is a good substitute for rigatoni, or you could use whatever shape of pasta you have in the cupboard for this easy recipe.
MUSHROOMS: These will make a great optional extra to add if you wish.
CHERRY TOMATOES: Fresh cherry tomatoes sliced in half will also make a great addition if you wish.
SPICE: If you like your pasta dishes a bit spicy, you could add a dash of red pepper flakes to increase the spice in this dish.
How To Make This One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe
STEP ONE: Add olive oil to a Dutch oven and heat it over medium heat.
STEP TWO: Add the chicken pieces, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and garlic salt. Stir to combine. Cook chicken until it is almost cooked through.
STEP THREE: Add the onion and garlic paste. Stir to combine. Let it cook for five to seven minutes, or until the onions are soft and translucent.
STEP FOUR: Pour in the pasta sauce and chicken broth. Add the uncooked pasta. Stir to combine.
STEP FIVE: Cover and simmer for twelve to fourteen minutes, or until the pasta is done.
PRO TIP:
Al dente is the ideal consistency for pasta. The pasta will be tender and will still have a slightly firm texture when you bite into it.
STEP SIX: Add half a cup of mozzarella cheese and stir. Top the pasta with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese, cover, and let it melt. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
PRO TIP:
If you like golden brown crispy cheese, finish this dish under the broiler for a few minutes.
How To Serve
This delicious dinner would be perfect served with garlic bread and a Caesar salad on the side. This dish is fancy enough to serve guests while being easy enough to whip up on a hectic weeknight.
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Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Cooked chicken parmesan pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat thoroughly in the microwave or on the stovetop.
IN THE FREEZER: This one-pot chicken pasta can be stored in the freezer for up to two months in an airtight container.
This one pot chicken parmesan pasta recipe is so quick and easy to make – it’s one of our favorite weeknight family meals. Creamy, cheesy, and garlicky, this dish is packed full of flavor, and the fact that it leaves fewer dishes is a huge bonus!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in this one pot recipe?
This easy chicken recipe would work fine with boneless skinless chicken thighs as well. Just cut them up into small pieces and continue with the recipe.
What is a Dutch oven?
A Dutch oven is a thick, heavy metal or ceramic cooking pot with a lid. You could also use a soup pot or a stockpot.
Can I freeze this dish?
This recipe is a great choice to freeze, either as a make-ahead dish or as leftovers. It will last in the freezer for up to 2 months stored in an airtight container.
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One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta
This creamy and cheesy one pot chicken parmesan pasta is ideal for busy families.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 16 ounces dried rigatoni pasta
- 24 ounces Ragu Old World Traditional Pasta Sauce
- 24 ounces chicken stock
- 1½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil, bite-sized chicken pieces, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and garlic salt. Stir to combine. Cook until chicken is most of the way cooked through.
- Add onion and garlic paste. Stir to combine. Let cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until onions are soft and translucent.
- Pour in pasta sauce and chicken broth. Add rigatoni pasta. Stir to combine. Cover and let cook on a low simmer for 12 to 14 minutes, or until pasta is done.
- Add mozzarella cheese and stir. Top the pasta with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese then cover and let melt. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve!
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Notes
- Al dente is the ideal consistency for pasta. The pasta will be tender and will still have a slightly firm texture when you bite into it.
- If you like golden brown crispy cheese, finish this dish under the broiler for a few minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1089mg | Potassium: 780mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 341mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments
Gloria says
One of our family’s favorite dinners!
JoNis mom says
Was delicious! Didnt have to fight my 4 & 5 yr olds to eat this and they said they want this for leftovers tomorrow! #winning
Debra says
All the family love it!
Stephen Kekich says
Can this recipe be done in insta pot?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Stephen – it probably could! We haven’t tested it that way so I don’t have any instructions for that method. If you test it out, please let me know. Enjoy!
Justin says
Can you substitute the Ragu sauce for Alfredo sauce?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Justin – we haven’t tested it like that so I’m not sure how it would turn out. Please let us know if you try!
Patricia Kelm says
How much olive oil are you supposed to use in this recipe? It says to add olive oil in the directions but I’m not finding it on the ingredient list?
Layne Kangas says
You’ll need two tablespoons, enjoy!
Amanda says
If you don’t have a dutch oven can you use a regular pot?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Amanda – we haven’t tested it in a regular pot, so I can’t say for 100% but I would assume a regular stockpot would work ok. Please let me know if you try it. Enjoy!
Nichole says
I used a regular stock pot and it turned out delicious!
Layne Kangas says
YAY! So glad to hear!
Karen says
Sounds yummy. Can this be made in a crockpot?
Lisa A Stebbins says
I think it would be good with lasagna noodles.
Jenny says
This looks and sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it.
Carmella Cerullo says
Love this recipe. I’d use rotini pasta and serve with a side of green beans.
Laura Yarzebinski says
This sounds yummy! I would probably use fresh garlic as I grow it. I would serve it along with a salad and garlic bresd!
Audrey says
Sounds delicious. I would use a smaller pasta but that’s my preference so I am putting some of the ingredients on my grocery list this week I love easy meals
Chrissy says
Would definitely add spice to this recipe and fresh herbs. We also enjoy a little ground sausage for added flavor.
Albert Alfano says
It was a very easy recipe to make. It was exactly. Everyone enjoyed it. It went well with a Italian salad and wine.
Nancy-Ka says
I would love to try this! With extra cheese and a salad on the side!
Isobel Villano says
Making this for dinner Sunday…looks delicious!
William R Wajert says
Would be great with a side salad and garlic toast
Chelle G says
This sounds perfect as is, I always try new recipes as writtten first but if I could think of anything that would complement this I’d say sausage medallions. Kielbasa, beef skinless by Eckert is the awesome brand 💚🏝 Thank you for sharing!
Elizabeth M Heimlich says
I think this redipe would be great with broccoli.
Holly says
Add a nice salad and you have a great meal!
Lori Pennington says
I have never made the one pot chicken parmason but it sounds yummy gonna have to make it some day……
Ronda Melo says
Love this recipe only thing I have changed is after I put the spaghetti sauce on the top I crumple fresh bread on top and put the cheese on top and put into the oven its our go to meal . It is our 22 year old son go to meal he lives in on his own .
Debra Stader says
Sounds good the mushrooms and I am thinking broccoli would be good
Debra Stader says
This sounds good love to add broccoli and mushrooms to
Denise Cox says
I have made pasta in 1 pot before. This recipe looks really good. I am going to make this for dinner some night soon.
I may use rotini pasta or penne.
Kristen Teti says
Love this recipe. I use extra cheese and a good tip for those veggie hating kids is to add some grated zucchini. You can’t even tell it’s in there. My pasta of choice is rigatoni.
Vicki says
I’ve never made one pot pasta before. Always looking for new recipes to try.
Shafto3of4 says
I would cook this in My Air-fryer and add broccoli and mushrooms, also peppers.
Albert Alfano says
Very nice and easy to prepare. Everyone enjoyed.
Teresa Gerber says
I’ve never made a one pot pasta dish, but this sounds delicious and can’t ti try!! TY!!
Stephanie says
I have never ever made this but I am definitely looking forward to trying it. 😋😋
Donna Retter says
I would add more cheese. We are cheese lovers.
JENNIFER says
This with a side of garlic bread and a salad sounds like a perfect, easy dinner!
Karleta says
I would add the mushrooms to the recipe. I make one pot pasta dishes all the time. Saves times and extra wash- up.
Phyllis Linden says
Looks good. I would probably use elbow macaroni because I always have it on hand.
Maureen says
I would definitely make this recipe. I have made one pot meals and they are not only easy but taste great. I would probably use penne since I have some on hand. I think I will make this tomorrow.
Thanks for a good recipe and I know many more will be coming.
I’ll rate it after tomorrow.
Have a good BBQ Sunday!
Kimberly Smith says
Looks delicious can’t wait to try during our kitchen renovation, an easy one pot recipe that everyone will eat!!
joyce Young says
Excellent recipe . Everyone loved it
Maureen says
Like I said in my comments about making this today I did make it today. Had a busy day shopping and got home late. Had to make this It was so good. I made It with penne and added mushrooms and red and green pepper. Couldn’t ask for a better one pot easy dinner. My husband even had seconds. thank you for a great recipe.
Ann DeMell says
Another yummy recipe I can’t wait to try! I think I’d use a gluten free rigatoni if I can find it!
Pam says
This is just my kind of recipe! I love that it’s a one pan recipe, and I love the chicken, cheese, and pasta. YUM. I’ll be featuring it at Thursday Favorite Things tomorrow. 🙂
Debbie-Dabble says
This looks really good and is something that i am definitely going to try!!!
Thanks for sharing!!
Hugs,
Deb
Christine says
Sooooo good and super easy! My family approved, I just added extra cheese and didn’t measure the spices. Wondering if this can be cooked in a crock pot?