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One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese

One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese: Creamy Comfort Made Easy

A creamy, cheesy delight that combines heartiness of chicken Parmesan with mac and cheese, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts dice evenly for quick cooking
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni substitute with penne or fusilli if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce can substitute with homemade sauce
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter version
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese freshly shredded is best for melting
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese other hard cheeses can create a unique taste
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning fresh herbs can elevate taste
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and let it warm. Add the diced chicken breast and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and no longer pink in the center.
  2. Once the chicken is cooked, pour in chicken broth, marinara sauce, and heavy cream. Stir together and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add elbow macaroni to the simmering sauce, ensuring pasta is submerged. Stir and cover the pot; allow to simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  4. During the last few minutes, stir the pasta to prevent sticking, ensuring it is firm yet soft enough to meld with the sauce.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low and stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  6. Taste your dish and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper as desired.
  7. Let the dish sit for about 5 minutes off the heat to thicken the sauce and meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated cheese and stir frequently while cooking.

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