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Divine One Pot Chicken Pasta Recipes That Win Every Time

When I first made this dish, I wasn’t expecting much, but oh boy, was I wrong. One pot pasta recipes have a way of surprising you when you least expect it. This recipe, often called a chicken divine recipe, turns everyday ingredients into something that feels like comfort food dressed up for a night out. The chicken simmers in a creamy sauce, the pasta soaks it all up, and you’re left with a meal that feels both effortless and impressive. I like to think of it as the recipe that keeps me from dialing takeout on nights when I’m tired but still craving something warm and filling. One Pot Recipes are supposed to make life easy, but this one takes it further—it makes life delicious. The balance of tender chicken, flavorful broth, and silky noodles makes this one of those one pot recipes you’ll come back to again and again. It works both as a quick weeknight meal and as comfort food for when you need a little pick-me-up. For anyone who’s been skeptical of one pot pasta meals, this dish will change your mind in the best way possible. The ease of one pot chicken recipes is real, but the taste here makes it unforgettable. Trust me, if you’ve never tried one pot chicken recipes before, this is the one to start with.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken divine recipe, one pot chicken recipes, One Pot Pasta Meals, One Pot Pasta Recipes, one-pot recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and cream, stirring well to combine.
  4. Stir in the pasta and let everything cook uncovered until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add cheddar, parmesan, and paprika. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm straight from the pot.