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One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese

One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese for Cozy Weeknights

A comforting One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken and creamy macaroni with zesty marinara.
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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
  • 2 breasts Chicken Breasts Diced
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or butter if preferred
  • 24 ounces Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or half-and-half for a lighter option
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Freshly shredded for best melting
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated fresh for smoother incorporation
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Season to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by dicing the chicken breasts into even, bite-sized pieces for uniform cooking later.
  2. In a large pot, heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced chicken, seasoning it with salt and pepper.
  3. With the chicken ready, add in the elbow macaroni, marinara sauce, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the same pot. Stir everything together well.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pot.
  5. After the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Give your dish a taste and sprinkle in additional salt, pepper, and garlic powder, if desired.
  7. Once everything is combined and creamy, turn off the heat and let the dish sit for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 500mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Embrace the joy of cooking with One-Pot Chicken Parmesan Mac & Cheese—a comforting dish that brings warmth to your table with minimal effort.

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