Description
A comforting, one-pot version of the classic Chicken Parmesan, combining juicy chicken, tender penne, and melted mozzarella in a rich marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same pot for 1 minute.
- Stir in marinara sauce and 1/2 cup of water, bringing it to a simmer.
- Add uncooked penne, stir, cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Return chicken to the pot, nestling it into the pasta.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan, cover for 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.