Description
Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a delectable fusion of tender pasta, juicy chicken, and rich marinara sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a comforting blend of flavors that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, Chicken Parmesan Pasta is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano & basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and herbs. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sear chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Cook penne pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta with marinara sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in the prepared baking dish. Place seared chicken on top, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then layer the rest of the pasta over everything.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg