Easy One-Pot Chicken Primavera Pasta
A quick and flavorful one-pot meal combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and pasta in a savory broth.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Vegetables
- 1 medium Zucchini (diced)
- 2 medium Bell Peppers (colorful mix)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
Pasta
- 12 ounces Pasta (penne or fusilli) (one-pot friendly shapes)
Aromatics
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
Liquids
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
Oils & Fats
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Cheese & Dairy
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Herbs & Spices
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté chicken in olive oil until cooked through, then set aside.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant, then add vegetables and cook for a few minutes.
- Add pasta and chicken broth, then bring to a boil and simmer until pasta is tender.
- Stir in spinach, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until spinach wilts.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Use one-pot pasta shapes for easier cooking and cleanup.