Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rich garlic flavors, and creamy cheese, all baked to golden perfection. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering a delightful balance of taste and texture. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Mix in cooked pasta until well combined. Transfer to the greased baking dish, topping with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg