Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add shredded or cubed chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta into the creamy chicken mixture until well coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh ingredients.
- Adjust spice levels with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar.
- Add fresh herbs like thyme or oregano for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be repurposed by stuffing into bell peppers or zucchini boats.
- This dish freezes well; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of the bake)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: N/A
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