• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Recipe Diaries
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Summer
  • Recipes
  • Press
  • About
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Summer
    • Recipes
    • Press
    • About
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Dinner

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta - Ree Drummond

    Published: Apr 29, 2019 · Modified: Sep 4, 2024 by Jenna · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta -  This whole entire dish comes together in under 16 minutes.  The chicken simmers away in a marinara sauce and at the end, fresh mozzarella cheese is added to make it all gooey and melty!  

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

    One of my favorite things to do on the weekend in the morning is to watch episodes of the Pioneer Woman, Ina Garten, Trisha Yearwood, and Molly Yeh on Food Network. Watching Food Network is how I learned how to cook. Every now and then, if I come across a recipe of theirs I love, I will feature it on this blog and it has been a while since I’ve done that. Recently, I noticed that Rachel Ray’s show 30 Minute Meals is on again I do like her as well. So happy to see her back. If you like Ree Drummond recipes try her recipe for Baked Ziti, Sour Cream Noodle Bake, or Perfect Pot Roast.

    I’ve been getting really good at scaling down recipes to only serve 1 or 2 people. Most of the recipes the Pioneer Woman makes, will feed a large family. For pasta recipes like this one, I’ll only use 1 or 2 cups of pasta instead of the WHOLE entire package. I’d have pasta for weeks if I did that. I really liked this and I liked how the chunks of cheese would get all melty inside the pasta.  I also like how you can still have your favorite celebrity TV chefs recipe on a diet. Another reason why I love WW’s recipe builder app.

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients for Chicken Mozzarella Pasta
    • How to make Chicken Mozzarella Pasta
    • Tips for Chicken Mozzarella Pasta
    • More Great Recipes to Try:
    • Chicken Mozzarella Pasta - Pioneer Woman

    Ingredients for Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

    • Penne or rigatoni
    • Olive oil -  Look for olive oils that are labeled as extra virgin, cold-pressed, and unfiltered for the highest quality.
    • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces - They’re lean and quick-cooking and always come out juicy and tender. Use an instant-read thermometer to make sure that the chicken is not over cooked.  When reading labels for chicken breasts try to find ones that say Organic or Free Range. 
    • Garlic - Chopped fresh garlic can take some time to chop so I often always use the freshly minced garlic that comes already made in a jar. 
    • Onion - provide a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, while also helping to build the foundation of the dish with its aroma and ability to caramelize.
    • One 25-ounce jar good-quality marinara sauce
    • Red pepper flakes - are small pieces of dried hot peppers, typically made from cayenne, that are crushed or ground into small flakes.
    • Fresh Parsley -  is a type of herb that is commonly used as a garnish or seasoning in various dishes. It has a bright green color and a mild, slightly bitter taste. Parsley is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as minerals such as potassium and iron.
    • Fresh mozzarella, cut into medium cubes
    • Parmesan shavings - is a hard, granular cheese that originated in Italy. It is typically made from cow's milk and has a sharp, nutty flavor. Parmesan cheese is often grated and used as a topping for pasta dishes, salads, and other foods.
    • Basil leaves - for garnish
    • See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements. 

    How to make Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

    Step 1 Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

    Cooked pasta in a drained skillet.

    Step 2 Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. (can be any type of pasta)

    Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Allow to cook, without stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Stir the chicken around to brown it on all sides. Remove to a plate.

    how to make chicken mozzarella pasta step 2.

    Step 3 In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the garlic and onions and stir immediately to start cooking. Cook until the onions are deep golden, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes.

    How to make chicken mozzarella pasta step 4.

    Step 4 Reduce the heat to low and pour in the marinara sauce, red pepper flakes and ½ cup water. Stir until the onions and garlic are mixed in, then add the chicken back to the skillet. Add the parsley and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes.

    Step 5 Make sure the sauce is bubbly and very hot, then gently stir in the mozzarella. Let sit, undisturbed, until you can see that the mozzarella is very soft, 2 to 3 minutes.

    Pour it onto a platter. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Immediately sprinkle on the Parmesan shavings. Pour on the sauce, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and the chiffonade of basil and serve immediately!

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

    Tips for Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

    The fresh mozzarella is a must. Do not skimp out on this and use reduced fat mozzarella cheese!  Most grocery stores carry this now. It is usually located in the deli area with all the other different types of cheeses and cured meats like salami!  

    After you add it to the chicken the mozzarella because really melty and stringy and that was my favorite part.

    More Great Recipes to Try:

    • Air Fryer Onion Rings
    • Grinder Salad Sandwich - Tiktok Recipe 
    • Zero Point Cabbage Soup 
    • Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
    • French Fries in the Air Fryer
    • Air Fryer Pickle Chips

    If you tried this Ree Drummond Chicken Mozzarella Pasta orany other recipe on my website, please please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how you go in the 📝 comments below. I love hearing from you! Follow along on Tiktok @jennarecipediaries

    Want to Save This Recipe?

    Enter your email & I'll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week!

    Save Recipe

    By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Recipes Diaries.

    Print
    clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta - Pioneer Woman

    5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 1 review
    • Author: Jenna
    • Prep Time: 6min
    • Cook Time: 20min
    • Total Time: 26
    • Yield: 6 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Skillet
    • Cuisine: Italian
    Print Recipe
    Pin Recipe

    Description

    Chicken Mozzarella Pasta -  This whole entire dish comes together in under 16 minutes.  The chicken simmers away in a marinara sauce and at the end bites of fresh mozzarella cheese is added to make it all gooey and melty!  


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 1 pound penne or rigatoni
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
    • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 large onion, finely diced
    • One 25-ounce jar good-quality marinara sauce
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste
    • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
    • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into medium cubes
    • ¼ cup Parmesan shavings, plus grated Parmesan, for serving
    • 12 basil leaves, cut into chiffonade

    Instructions

    1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
    2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Allow to cook, without stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Stir the chicken around to brown it on all sides. Remove to a plate.
    3. In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the garlic and onions and stir immediately to start cooking. Cook until the onions are deep golden, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes.
    4. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the marinara sauce, red pepper flakes and ½ cup water. Stir until the onions and garlic are mixed in, then add the chicken back to the skillet. Add the parsley and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes.
    5. Make sure the sauce is bubbly and very hot, then gently stir in the mozzarella. Let sit, undisturbed, until you can see that the mozzarella is very soft, 2 to 3 minutes.
    6. Drain the pasta and pour it onto a platter. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Immediately sprinkle on the Parmesan shavings. Pour on the sauce, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and the chiffonade of basil and serve immediately!
    7. Serving Size: 1 cup 

    Notes

    myWW points: Blue 11; Green 12;  Purple 11

    Points are calculated with the WW recipe builder app and not using the nutrition info. 


    Nutrition

    • Calories: 546
    • Sugar: 13.1
    • Sodium: 640mg
    • Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7.6g
    • Carbohydrates: 69.4g
    • Fiber: 10.8g
    • Protein: 33.4g

    Did you make this recipe?

    Tag @recipediariesww on Instagram

    More Easy Dinner Recipes

    • Blackstone Hot Dogs
    • How to Cook Ground Beef
    • Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
    • Blackstone Fried Rice

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Julie Stutts says

      November 09, 2020 at 12:07 pm

      This is really yummy and easy to put together. It took me a little longer to put together than the timing listed, but it was worth it. Thank you!

    2. Karl says

      May 11, 2019 at 6:09 am

      Quick tasty bang on having some of this

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe rating 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

    Primary Sidebar

    Hey, I'm Jenna! I'm a graphic designer, photographer, and home cook from From Fargo ND. I love my Ninja Creami, Air Fryer, and Blackstone. I created this blog to share recipe tips and tricks with everyone, enjoy!

    More about me →

    Summer Recipes

    • Air Fryer Ham
    • Easter Crack
    • Peeps Cake
    • Trisha Yearwood's Country Quiche
    • Trisha Yearwood's Blueberry Pancakes
    • Cinnamon Roll Cake

    Popular Recipes

    • Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
    • Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Roasted in Oven
    • Paula Deen's Crockpot Mac and Cheese
    • Tiktok Ramen with Soy Sauce and Brown Sugar
    • Weight Watchers Egg Roll in a Bowl
    • Weight Watchers Zero Point Cabbage Soup

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    My Other Site!

    • My other blog is Spoon and Spin and it's all about Ninja Creami recipes.

    Contact

    • Press
    • FAQ
    • Drop me a message!

    Copyright © 2022 Recipe Diaries