Chicken Pasta Bake
A comforting Chicken Pasta Bake with cheesy goodness and zesty marinara, perfect for family gatherings or weekday dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top the mixture with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can be modified to suit preferences; consider adding sautéed vegetables or using different pasta types.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.lunarecipez.com/chicken-pasta-bake/