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Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake

Aaron recipes
A comforting, golden-brown pasta casserole loaded with tender chicken, creamy tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb penne or rotini pasta
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Boil pasta in salted water until al dente (2 mins less than package directions). Drain.
  • In a skillet, cook seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
  • Stir marinara and cream into the skillet. Simmer 2 minutes. Toss with pasta.
  • Pour half into dish, top with half cheese. Repeat. Bake 20-25 mins until bubbling.

Notes

Undercook your pasta by 2 minutes so it finishes perfectly in the oven without becoming mushy.
Keyword Cheesy Casserole, Chicken Casserole Recipe, Chicken Pasta Bake