Description
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Recipes:
Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe
This cheesy chicken pasta bake combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and melted cheese into a hearty, flavor-packed meal! Perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups rigatoni or penne pasta
2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for topping)
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the pasta:
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the chicken:
Season chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Slice into strips.
Make the sauce:
In a saucepan, heat marinara sauce and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the bake:
Combine cooked pasta with the sauce.
Transfer to a greased baking dish.
Arrange chicken slices on top.
Sprinkle with mozzarella, parmesan, and breadcrumbs.
Bake:
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Garnish and serve:
Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.
Tips for Perfection
Add chili flakes for extra spice!
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Enjoy this comforting, cheesy chicken pasta bake with your loved ones!
Let me know if you try it!
