Chicken Parmesan Pasta
This parmesan chicken pasta recipe is our favorite 30-minute recipe that tastes and looks like a five-star meal! Creamy marinara sauce loaded with tender chicken and soft penne pasta. The perfect meal will impress the whole family without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 16 oz penne pasta
chicken and seasoning-
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tsp olive oil
sauce-
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine all the seasonings.
- Beat the chicken breasts until even in thickness. Season both sides of each chicken breast.
- Add oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breast to the pan.
- Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown. Turn the heat down to low, cover the pan, and cook until the chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add butter and diced onion to the same skillet; saute on medium heat until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and bring it to a simmer.
- Slice the chicken into thin strands and add to the marinara sauce. Add ¾ cup of mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and pasta; stir to combine.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet with the lid and cook until the cheese melts.
- Serve and enjoy, friends!
Notes
- Add veggies: Make this dish extra hearty with your favorite vegetables! Sauteed mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli make this pasta extra delicious!
- Store: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat them in a pan until warmed up.
- Freeze leftovers: This pasta can be frozen to make an easy meal! Add the pasta to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on a pan until warm and bubbly.