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Chicken Pasta Bake

Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake for Cozy Family Dinners

Transform leftover rotisserie chicken into a comforting Chicken Pasta Bake that's easy and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 12 ounces Short Pasta e.g., penne or farfalle
  • ¼ cup Salted Butter unsalted can be used for less sodium
  • 1 Diced Yellow Onion or shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour gluten-free flour is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or pureed tomatoes
  • 14.5 oz Canned Diced Tomatoes consider fresh tomatoes in season
  • 2 cups Whole Milk or half-and-half for richness
  • 2-3 teaspoons Italian Seasoning fresh herbs can be used
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese divided
  • ¾ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese divided
  • ¼ cup Fresh Chopped Parsley plus more for garnish
  • 2 cups Chopped Cooked Chicken Breast using rotisserie chicken simplifies prep

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chicken Pasta Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve ½ cup of water.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add onion and sauté until translucent, then add garlic.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir, add tomato paste, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add diced tomatoes and whisk in milk. Add seasoning, simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in parsley and cheeses, then fold in the cooked chicken.
  7. Mix the pasta with the sauce, ensuring even distribution.
  8. Top with remaining cheese and bake for about 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable with added veggies or different cheeses.

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