Chicken Parmesan Pasta recipe

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• 2 tablespoons oil (divided)
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  Source: 2 tablespoons oil (divided)
• 2 each boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed (about 1 lb)
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  Source: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed (about 1 lb)
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
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  Source: 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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  Source: ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
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  Source: 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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  Source: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
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  Source: ½ teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
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  Source: ⅛-¼ teaspoon red chili flakes; upper source range endpoint used for shopping.
• 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
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  Source: 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4½ cups uncooked penne pasta (14oz or 400g)
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  Source: 4½ cups uncooked penne pasta (14oz or 400g)
• 2½ cups marinara sauce
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  Source: 2½ cups marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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  Source: 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
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  Source: ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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  Source: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and season all over with the seasoning salt and garlic powder. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once or twice, until starting to brown.
3. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and chili flakes (more or less according to your tastes) and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
5. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to broil.
6. Bring the broth to a simmer and stir in the uncooked pasta and marinara sauce. Bring back up to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
7. Remove from the heat and sprinkle the pasta with the mozzarella.
8. In a small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, Parmesan, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle over the mozzarella.
9. Place the skillet in the oven and broil for 2 to 4 minutes, until light golden and slightly crisp. Remove and serve.