Best 6 Italian Chicken Pasta Skillet Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable Italian Chicken Pasta Skillet, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Italy. This culinary masterpiece combines succulent chicken, tender pasta, a medley of vibrant vegetables, and a rich, flavorful sauce that will leave you craving for more. This ultimate one-skillet meal not only promises an explosion of flavors but also the convenience of a quick and easy preparation. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic Italian Chicken Pasta Skillet to variations featuring sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and creamy Alfredo sauce, our recipes cater to every palate. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and prepare to indulge in a delightful Italian feast.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN CHICKEN-PASTA SKILLET



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Bring on the cheesy heartiness you adore with an Italian Chicken-Pasta Skillet! This better-for-you Italian Chicken-Pasta Skillet is full of flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups mostaccioli, cooked
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook and stir chicken in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 5 min. Add vegetables; cook 5 min. or until chicken is done and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
  • Add sauce and pasta; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in 1 cup cheese; top with remaining cheese. Remove from heat; cover. Let stand 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 790 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 31 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN SKILLET



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This is a healthy, delicious, easy dinner! The best part is that it cooks all in one skillet so there is hardly any mess!

Provided by RHARRIS524

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
½ cup red cooking wine
1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
8 ounces small seashell pasta
5 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet with a lid over medium heat, and cook and stir the chicken and garlic until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, 5 to 8 minutes. Pour the wine and diced tomatoes with their juice into the skillet, and bring to a boil over high heat while scraping any browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
  • Stir in the shell pasta, and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the shells have cooked through, but are still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Spread the spinach over the top of the pasta, cover, and simmer until the spinach leaves are cooked, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet, and simmer until the cheese has melted and the pasta is bubbling, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 757.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN SKILLET SUPPER



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Romano cheese, sliced vegetables and pine nuts jazz up this Italian sauteed chicken. It's easy, and my whole family loves it. -Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons reduced-fat butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 pound small fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon pine nuts
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
2 teaspoons shredded Romano cheese
Optional: Penne pasta and fresh basil

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken slightly; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in butter and oil over medium heat until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion, red pepper and pine nuts until vegetables are tender. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in broth and mustard. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes., Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. If desired, served with pasta and top with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 548mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN CHICKEN SKILLET



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"Hearty and well-seasoned, this delicious chicken is sure to appeal to all palates," relates Shirley Thompson of Lane, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each), skin removed
3/4 cup sliced celery
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken over medium heat until browned. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute celery, green pepper, onion and mushrooms until tender. , Return chicken to pan. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over chicken and vegetables. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover; simmer 10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN CHICKEN NOODLE SKILLET



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This saucy, cheesy pasta and chicken dish sure doesn't feel low fat, but it is! Writes Mary Jones of St. Louis, Missouri, "My husband loves this dish. It's so good, you'll want to lick the plate!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups uncooked egg noodles
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute mushrooms for 2-4 minutes or until tender. Stir in tomatoes and soup until blended. Stir in the chicken, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until heated through. , Drain noodles; stir into skillet. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese; cover until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

ITALIAN CHICKEN IN A SKILLET



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Make and share this Italian Chicken in a Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups chopped green peppers
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups small shell pasta, shells, macaroni etc

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into bite sized pieces.
  • In lg skillet, brown chicken in oil.
  • Add onion and peppers, cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add broth, tomatoes, and spices.
  • Cook 2 minutes.
  • Add pasta, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 min or until pasta is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.3, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 716.9, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.5, Protein 23.1

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. If possible, use organic or locally grown ingredients.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to season your dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices until it reaches the desired flavor.
  • Don't Crowd the Pan: When cooking chicken or vegetables, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Use a Large Skillet: A large skillet will give you plenty of room to cook the chicken and vegetables without overcrowding.
  • Cook the Chicken Thoroughly: Make sure the chicken is cooked all the way through before serving. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Serve Immediately: Pasta dishes are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Italian Chicken Pasta Skillet is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Italian Chicken Pasta Skillet a try.

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