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Crispy One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot dinner combining crispy chicken strips with tender pasta in a flavorful tomato sauce, topped with melted parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights and comforting family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Garlic powder, to taste
  • Italian seasoning, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour for GF option)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
  • 2 cups (480 ml) low sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz (225 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped
  • Red pepper flakes, optional, to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts into ½ inch thick strips. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Place flour in a shallow bowl and dredge chicken strips, shaking off excess flour.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken strips in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same pan and melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine and scrape browned bits from the pan.
  6. Add pasta to the sauce, stir to submerge. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed. Add more broth if needed.
  7. Nestle crispy chicken strips back into the pasta. Sprinkle parmesan and mozzarella evenly over the top. Cover and cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts and heated through.
  8. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes. Stir gently before serving.

Notes

Use gluten-free flour and pasta for a gluten-free version. Swap mozzarella for provolone or add pecorino romano for different cheese flavors. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese and coconut oil instead of butter. Cook chicken separately to keep it crispy before combining with pasta. Add broth gradually to avoid mushy pasta.

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Keywords: chicken parmesan, one-pot pasta, crispy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, parmesan pasta

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