Easy One Pan Chicken Pasta

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This one pan creamy chicken pasta is perfect for a quick dinner. It’s so easy to make, and only takes about 30 minutes! It’s packed full of yummy flavors and with a cheesy sauce, our rascals love it!

Easy One Pan Chicken Pasta on Hello Rascal Kids

Our one pan cheesy chicken pasta is just the answer for your busy weeknight. Not only does using one pan make for an easy cooking process, but an even easier cleaning process. Our ingredients are listed below but feel free replace veggie and protein options to fit your liking.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion

  • 1 red or green bell pepper (diced)

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken (cut into bite size)

  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth

  • 2 cups penne noodles

  • 3/4 tsp dried basil

  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp pepper (to taste)

  • 4 oz light cream cheese (room temperature)

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek nonfat yogurt

  • 1 cups shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat add 2 Tbsp olive oil.

  2. Add the onion and saute for a few minutes until transparent, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add the red pepper and saute for a minute or two, stirring 1 or 2 times.

  4. Add the minced garlic and saute until lightly golden.

  5. Add the chicken pieces, turning to brown on each side (but don't cook the chicken thoroughly - that will happen while cooking the penne).

  6. Add the chicken broth and then the penne noodles.

  7. Add all the spices and stir.

  8. Bring to a boil and cook until penne is al dente (follow the instructions on the packaging). Stir occasionally and put the lid on if necessary to not let it dry out.

  9. Once the penne is al dente, lower the temperature and add the Greek yogurt and cream cheese. Stir until all is mixed in and it makes a creamy sauce.

  10. Add in shredded cheese, stir, and let melt.

  11. Serve warm, sprinkling the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese on top of your individual plates.

One pan brings together all the flavors from start to finish. The pasta soaks in all the yummy flavors of the chicken broth and herbs while becoming soft enough to eat. Making this pasta dish is extra easy, and extra flavorful too.

Written by Head Rascal (Ngoc Nguyen Lay), mother of two rascals, ages 6 and 8.