Easy Chicken and Pasta Parmesan
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this **Easy Chicken and Pasta Parmesan**, a classic Italian-American dish made with juicy pan-seared chicken breasts, al dente pasta, and bubbling layers of melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This quick and satisfying recipe combines tender spaghetti coated in a rich, savory marinara sauce with perfectly seasoned chicken for a restaurant-quality meal you can make in under 35 minutes. A golden brown crust on the chicken gives each bite a deliciously crispy texture, while fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're craving a hearty weeknight dinner or an impressive yet effortless dish for guests, this one-pan wonder is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 ounces Spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Dredge the chicken breasts lightly in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Lower the heat under the skillet to medium-low and pour the marinara sauce into the same skillet to deglaze it. Stir gently to loosen any browned bits.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some marinara sauce over them.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the top of the chicken. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Serve the chicken over the cooked pasta, spooning additional marinara sauce over the dish as desired.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.1 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 4665 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.8 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 175.7 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1358 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
