Chicken Parmesan with Pasta
Basic Information
- Servings: 4
- Serving Size: 1 breast with 1 cup pasta
- Difficulty: 3
- Budget: 3
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 50
- Meal Type: Main Dish
Diet Types
- High-Protein
- DASH
- Intermittent Fasting
- Zone
- Flexitarian
- Halal
- Kosher (if chicken is certified)
Equipment
- - Large skillet
- - Large pot
- - Baking dish
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each)
- 12 oz whole grain pasta
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- - Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- - Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to package instructions (usually 10-12 minutes), drain, and set aside.
- - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 6-8 minutes per side until done (165°F/74°C); place in a baking dish, top with marinara and cheeses, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- - Serve each breast with 1 cup pasta warm.
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Calories: 600
- Protein: 48g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 52g
- Fiber: 0
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A