One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs

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Simple pasta dish cooked in one pot with chicken, seasonal vegetables, and a light herb sauce, ready in 40 minutes. This italian-american-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs Chicken breast, Olive oil, Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken cubes with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then add to pot and cook for 5 minutes until browned on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Add diced onion and minced garlic to pot, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add diced zucchini and cook for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Step 3: Stir in chicken broth, dried basil, dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add pasta and halved cherry tomatoes. Bring to simmer, then cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Pasta with Fresh Herbs?

Italian-American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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