Best 5 One Pot Caesar Chicken Pasta Recipes

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One-pot Caesar chicken pasta is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines the classic flavors of Caesar salad with the convenience of a one-pot pasta dish. The result is a delicious and flavorful meal that will please the whole family. The combination of creamy Caesar sauce, tender chicken, and al dente pasta makes this dish an instant favorite. You only need a few simple ingredients and about 30 minutes to make this satisfying meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA (ONE POT!)



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This One Pot Chicken Caesar Pasta recipe is so easy to make! Angel hair pasta and blackened chicken are tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce with a hint of Caesar dressing, lemons, and capers.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup Caesar salad dressing (divided)
¾ cup milk
2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 1 large)
3 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups chicken broth
8 oz. angel hair pasta (equal to 1/2 lb.)
1 Tablespoon capers
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
Freshly cracked pepper
Fresh Parsley (roughly chopped)

Steps:

  • Slice each chicken breast in half to create two thinner pieces of equal size. Season each side with lemon pepper seasoning.
  • Place the chicken in a freezer Ziploc bag and add ¾ cup of Caesar dressing (save ¼ cup for the pasta sauce). Coat the chicken with the dressing and seal. Refrigerate for 20 minutes (or longer if time allows.)
  • Meanwhile, shred the Parmesan cheese and set it aside. It should be at room temp when added to the sauce.
  • Take ¼ cup of the Caesar dressing and whisk it with ¾ cup milk. Set it aside, it should also come down to nearly room temp. Don't worry if it's not completely uniform in consistency.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large high-walled skillet or dutch oven.
  • Add the marinated chicken and let it sear, undisrupted, for 4-5 minutes per side. Decrease heat to medium if oil begins to splatter.
  • Set the chicken on a plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then cut it into strips. Transfer any juice left on the plate back to the pot.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic. Heat for one minute.
  • Add the chicken broth, and use a silicone spatula to "clean" the bottom of the pot. Slowly stir in the milk/Caesar dressing. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the angel hair pasta and use kitchen tongs to gently bend the noodles into the pan as they soften. (If preferred, you can also break them in half.)
  • Let the pasta simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the noodles don't stick together.
  • Once the pasta is softened and cooked through, add the capers and decrease heat to low.
  • Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese, use tongs to toss and combine. Add the chicken back to the pan along with the lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Add freshly cracked pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 1102 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 19 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ONE-POT CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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You can have this creamy and comforting pasta with chicken on the table in just 30 minutes and best of all, it all cooks in one pot -- you won't even need to boil water first! It's packed with tender chicken thighs, bell peppers, and onions, and finished off with a creamy tomato sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 medium green bell peppers, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
12 ounces smooth penne (see Cook's Note)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
6 ounces cream cheese, cubed, at room temperature
Kosher salt
4 scallions, sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and Cajun seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken just starts to change color and the spices are toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the peppers and onions and cook until they just begin to release some of their juices, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until softened, 1 minute.
  • Add the pasta, chicken broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. When it boils, continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is thickened and reduced by about half, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and add the cream cheese and 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt. Stir until the cream cheese is combined and melted. Don't worry if the sauce looks runny, it will thicken as it sits. Top with sliced scallions.

CAESAR CHICKEN PASTA



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Make and share this Caesar Chicken Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 ounces uncooked dry penne pasta (2 cups)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
3/4 cup creamy caesar salad dressing
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups caesar-flavor croutons
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients except croutons and Parmesan cheese in large bowl.
  • Add cooked pasta; stir to combine.
  • Spoon pasta mixture into ungreased 2-quart round casserole.
  • Top with croutons and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and croutons are golden brown.

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA



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An interesting twist on a classic. My family's new favorite.

Provided by bsteimle

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dry penne pasta
1 tablespoon butter
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) bottle Caesar salad dressing
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and shredded
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, pepper and salt. Cook 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove skillet from heat.
  • In a bowl, mix together salad dressing, vinegar and cheese. Toss together pasta, chicken, lettuce, and dressing mixture. Place in large serving bowl, and sprinkle with tomato. Garnish with croutons and Parmesan curls, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 528.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

ONE-POT CAESAR CHICKEN PASTA



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This creamy one-pot angel hair pasta has all the tangy Caesar flavors of Parmesan, garlic and chicken, plus some fresh broccoli to make it a meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
8 oz angel hair pasta, broken in half
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup refrigerated creamy Caesar dressing
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven, add chicken broth, pasta, chicken, broccoli, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in Caesar dressing; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer or until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh chicken, vegetables, and herbs will give your pasta dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked through but still tender and juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality Caesar dressing: The Caesar dressing is what makes this dish so flavorful, so be sure to use a good quality dressing that you enjoy.
  • Add the pasta water to the sauce: The pasta water will help to create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
  • Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs: Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs will add a delicious finishing touch to your pasta dish.

Conclusion:

This One-Pot Caesar Chicken Pasta is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The creamy Caesar sauce, tender chicken, and al dente pasta are all combined in one pot for a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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