Three-Ingredient Chicken and Pasta Skillet

Name: Three-Ingredient Chicken and Pasta Skillet
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 1 lb chicken breasts; 2 cups marinara sauce; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 tbsp olive oil

Simple pasta tossed with pan-seared chicken and marinara, finished with a sprinkle of cheese for a satisfying, weeknight-friendly meal.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Kid Friendly

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
1 lb chicken breasts
2 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken, slice thinly, and set aside.
Step 3: Add marinara sauce to the skillet, then stir in drained pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until coated, then add sliced chicken and mozzarella. Cook for 2 more minutes until cheese melts.