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Chicken Pasta

15-Minute Chicken Pasta: Quick & Delicious Dinner Idea

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This Quick and Easy 15-Minute Chicken Pasta Recipe is perfect for a fast, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 3 cups cooked pasta (1.5 cups dry pasta)
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of salted water to a boil. Add 1.5 cups of uncooked pasta and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the chicken, onion, and bell pepper by cutting them into strips and pieces. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy-duty pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until lightly golden. Add the chicken strips along with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook until the chicken is browned and nearly cooked through.
  3. Pour in the marinara sauce over the chicken mixture and cover the pan. Allow to simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld the flavors and finish cooking the chicken.
  4. Drain the pasta water and add the cooked pasta directly into the pan with the chicken and sauce. Mix everything well to coat the pasta evenly. Sprinkle the mozzarella or Italian blend cheese on top and turn off the heat, letting the residual warmth melt the cheese. For a bubbly cheese topping, you may choose to broil it under the oven broiler for a few minutes.
  5. Finish by topping the dish with Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and delicious chicken pasta meal!

Notes

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 420
    • Sugar: 4 g
    • Sodium: 600 mg
    • Fat: 12 g
    • Saturated Fat: 4 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 45 g
    • Fiber: 2 g
    • Protein: 35 g
    • Cholesterol: 70 mg

    Keywords: Chicken Pasta

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