creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta bake
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta bake is the perfect comfort food. Tender chicken, cheesy sauce, and baked pasta come together for a hearty, easy-to-make dish. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Prepare Sauce: In a pan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
- Add Liquid: Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook until thickened, then stir in parmesan cheese. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix cooked pasta, chicken, and the sauce. Transfer half to the baking dish.
- Layer and Top: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the layer. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with more mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor.
- Add veggies like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 640
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 95