Chicken Parmesan Skillet Meal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Barilla Protein Plus Rigatoni ( or pasta of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into small bite size pieces
- 1/2 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 cups of your favorite pasta sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 c. fresh chopped basil
- 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes ( optional) or more if you like spicy
- Additional parmesan for topping
Directions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to the directions on the package. When draining, reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil and let it get hot. Then add the chicken and garlic and cook completely. Add the Italian seasoning and salt and pepper.
- Add pasta sauce and parmesan cheese and stir until well combined.
- Drain pasta, reserving 2 tablespoons of the pasta water
- Add pasta and pasta water to the pan and mix well to combine. Finally, top with mozzarella cheese, cover with a lid, and let melt for about 1-2 minutes.
- Top with fresh basil, red pepper flakes and additional parmesan if desired
Enjoy!