One-Pot Chicken & Veggie Pasta

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

A simple, one-pot dinner with tender chicken, colorful veggies, and pasta — kids help measure ingredients and stir while cooking. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs spaghetti, chicken breasts, mixed frozen vegetables 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless chicken breasts into 1/2-inch cubes, then heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add chicken cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables and cook for 2 minutes until vibrant and tender.
4. Step 4: Add 12 oz spaghetti, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed.