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5-Ingredient Chicken Parmesan

This 5-Ingredient Chicken Parmesan is a game-changer for busy weeknights…
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 ounceswhole-wheat rigatonicooked al dente
  • 24 ouncesspaghetti saucejar sugar-free, divided
  • 3/4 cupmozzarella cheesepart-skim shredded
  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breastscut into cubes if preferred
  • 1/4 cupparmesanshredded

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Bowl
  • deep-dish baking pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. If the rigatoni is not already cooked, cook 8 ounces whole-wheat rigatoni in boiling water according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni, 3/4 of the 24-ounce jar of spaghetti sauce, and 3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
  4. Spread the pasta mixture in an even layer in the bottom of a deep-dish baking pan.
  5. Arrange the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (either whole or cut into cubes, as preferred) in a single layer on top of the pasta.
  6. Spoon the remaining 1/4 of the jar of spaghetti sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan evenly over the top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (no pink in the center; internal temperature 165°F if using a thermometer) and the cheese is melted.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest a few minutes before serving.