One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta | 30 Minute Meal
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One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta | 30 Minute Meal weekday supper made easy with Manwich! One pot, 30 minutes until a healthy, tasty family meal!
Let’s talk taste. This dish is a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory garlic, and tangy Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce, all mingling together to create mouthwatering flavors. And the ooey-gooey Cheddar cheese melted on top adds the perfect creamy finish to each bite.
One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Manwich is a hearty sauce with a sweet and tangy taste. It pairs well with beef and chicken in a variety of dishes. Plus, it offers Easy Weeknight Meals Manwich recipes that are tasty and nutritious.
We love this One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta because it’s flavorful, easy, and ready in 30 minutes!
This recipe couldn’t be simpler and yields a very tasty meal. It’s tangy from the Manwich and creamy from the cheese. You may want to add a salad and bread to complete the meal.
Ingredients
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- chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, cut into cubes
- vegetable oil
- green onion, sliced thin
- garlic, minced
- Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce, I used Bold
- water
- chicken broth
- pasta, uncooked
- Cheddar cheese, shredded. You can use any cheese
Cooking tips
One of the best things about this recipe is that it’s all made in one pot, which means less cleanup for you!
Start by cooking your chicken cubes in vegetable oil until they’re nice and browned. Then, add in your green onions and minced garlic for extra flavor.
Next, pour in your Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce, water, chicken broth, and uncooked pasta. Give everything a good stir, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the pasta is cooked through and the sauce has thickened up nicely.
Finally, sprinkle on a generous helping of Cheddar cheese and let it melt into gooey perfection. Voila – dinner is served!
One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta FAQ
Q: Can I use a different type of pasta? A: Absolutely! Feel free to swap out the pasta for your favorite shape or variety. Just keep in mind that different types of pasta may require different cooking times, so you may need to adjust accordingly.
Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time? A: While this dish is best enjoyed fresh, you can definitely make it ahead of time and reheat leftovers later. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat it gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Q: Can I add extra veggies to this recipe? A: Of course! This recipe is super versatile, so feel free to toss in any veggies you have on hand. Bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach would all be delicious additions.
With just 30 minutes and a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a hearty, flavorful dinner of One-Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta that will have everyone asking for seconds.
While you’re here, check out these posts
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- EASY SLOPPY JOE DIP
- Sloppy Stromboli Joe Sandwiches
- Wonton Cup Sloppy Joes
- Sloppy Joe Stuffed Poblano Peppers
One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta | 30 Minute Meal
Ingredients
- 2 medium chicken breasts skinless, boneless, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons green onions sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon garlic clove minced
- 16 ounce can Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce I used Bold
- 16 ounces water
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups pasta uncooked
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, or your favorite cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil on medium high, when hot add chicken and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook another minute.
- Add chicken broth, Manwich sauce, water and pasta to the pan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cook 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and top with cheese.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are important to you, I recommend calculating them yourself.
I’d love to try the Sweet and Savory Saucy Meatballs!! I love meatballs – especially for get-togethers.
I want to try the tangy pork chop recipe. It sound so yummy. Also gonna try this chicken pasta meal.
You had me at one pot! This is perfect Paula! A new go-to meal.
I want to try the Sloppy Joe Slider Pull Aparts
the meatball hoagies look great
YUM!! I’d love to try the Sweet and Savory Saucy Meatballs. I think they would be perfect for our next wine club gathering.
Aie aie it sounds like your fall is going to be busy. This is a perfect dinner then!! Looks delicious!!
Yup, quick and one pot to clean, gotta love that! 🙂
My boyfriend just bought a can of sloppy joe (I’m not a bug fan of sloppy joes) but this sounds delicious! I’m def trying out the cheesy chicken tonight! Thanks!$
Thanks Sheri! I usually don’t eat them the traditional way either, but I love this one and I love to make a dip out of it.
I would try the Sloppy Joe tacos
My boys would want this every night. And I wouldn’t blame them, it looks so good and super easy!
It’s SO easy, when I got finished, I felt like I hadn’t cooked anything! 🙂 Bonus, only one pan to clean.