One-Pan Monterey Chicken Pasta Recipe
This One-Pan Monterey Chicken Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender pasta with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese in a flavorful sauce. It’s a perfect comfort food meal for any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For Topping:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season diced chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: In the same skillet, add penne pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, diced tomatoes, and paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Feel free to switch up the cheese for a different flavor profile, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
