Easy homemade ground chicken pasta recipe you will love! If you want a quick, delicious, effortless meal perfect for a busy weeknight, this ground chicken (mince) pasta recipe is for you.
It's a game-changer for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table in 30 minutes without compromising flavor or nutrition. I serve this with my air fryer pull-apart cheesy garlic bread (recipe coming soon) and everyday salad, but you can also serve it with regular baguette garlic bread.
What makes this one pot ground chicken pasta so good
A One-Pan Wonder: You will love this one-pot recipe because everything from sauteing the aromatics to cooking the pasta happens in one pot. This means cleanup is a breeze, delicious homecooked meal without the kitchen mess.
Ready in Just 30 Minutes: This easy pasta recipe is perfect for when time is of the essence and you still want to eat well.
Family-Friendly: This one-pan pasta meal is perfect for both young and old. Not only is it family-friendly, but it is also pocket-friendly. My mantra is feeding my family on a budget without the food tasting or looking cheap. I can tell you this ground chicken pasta hits the spots on both points.
Packed with Protein: Ground chicken is a great source of lean protein, making this dish both tasty and nutritious. It’s well-rounded and will keep you full and satisfied. Cooking the pasta in the pasta water adds creaminess without extra cream or cheese.
Versatile and Customizable: Make this dish your own by making some smart swaps. You can also substitute the chicken for ground turkey, plant-based meat, or beef and adjust the seasoning to taste. You will love this one!
½ lb dried pasta: I used conchiglie pasta, which is perfect for cupping the ground chicken and the sauce. That said, you can use any other type of pasta you prefer. Penne or rigatoni pasta would work well here too.
1 lb ground chicken (Ground beef is also known as chicken mince in the UK)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onionfinely chopped
4 garlic cloves finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon chili pepper flakes or as needed
½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
400g canned chopped tomatoes
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 chicken stock crumbled
600ml water
½ cup parmesan cheese
10g fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
How to make ground chicken pasta
Saute garlic and onions: Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large shallow pot or Dutch oven. Add the chopped onion and garlic and saute until fragrant, soft, and translucent.
Cook the chicken: Add the ground chicken to the pot. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Season the mix: Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, chili pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Cook for about 1 minute.
Add tomatoes and liquids: Stir in the chopped tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce. Crumble in 1 chicken stock cube, then add 600ml of water. Stir until well combined.
Cook the pasta: Add the dried pasta to the pot and stir well. Cook until the pasta is al dente, about 8-10 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Finish and serve: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in parmesan cheese and tear in some fresh basil leaves. Stir to combine, remove from heat, and serve immediately. Serve with garlic bread and enjoy!
Watch how to make it
How to store
This ground chicken pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Simply thaw in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Variations
Add vegetables like chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra nutrition and flavor.
Add a splash of heavy cream or coconut cream to a creamier dish towards the end of cooking.
Easy homemade ground chicken pasta recipe you will love! If you want a quick, delicious, effortless meal perfect for a busy weeknight, this ground chicken (mince) pasta recipe is for you. I serve this with my air fryer pull-apart cheesy garlic bread and everyday salad, but you can also serve it with regular baguette garlic bread.
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large shallow pot or Dutch oven. Add the chopped onion and garlic and saute until fragrant, soft, and translucent.
Add the ground chicken to the pot. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, chili pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Cook for about 1 minute.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce. Crumble in 1 chicken stock cube, then add pasta and water (same level as the pasta). Stir until well combined.
Cook until the pasta al dente (about 8-10 minutes), occasionally stirring to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Once the pasta is cooked to your liking, stir in parmesan cheese and tear in some fresh basil leaves. Stir to combine, remove from heat, and serve immediately. Serve with garlic bread and enjoy!
Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.
Keyword chicken mince pasta, ground chicken pasta, one pot pasta recipe
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Made this as my daughter in law doesn’t eat red meat. Was worried using ground chicken it would be bland. It was delicious definitely will be making this again. The only thing I changed was that I used chicken broth instead of water and the bouillon cube.
Cindy says
Made this as my daughter in law doesn’t eat red meat. Was worried using ground chicken it would be bland. It was delicious definitely will be making this again. The only thing I changed was that I used chicken broth instead of water and the bouillon cube.
Ajoke says
Thank you so much, Cindy, for trying this recipe and sharing your tips! I'm glad it was a hit, and I appreciate your feedback! X