Description

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy chicken, tender pasta, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce baked to perfection. It’s an easy dinner recipe that’s family-friendly, meal-prep approved, and packed with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals.

Ingredients

12 oz pasta

1.5 lbs chicken breast, diced

2 tbsp olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp flour

1.5 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tsp salt

0.5 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook diced chicken breast until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, melt butter and sautée garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.

4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir constantly until sauce thickens.

5. Add parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and smooth.

6. Add cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce and mix to coat everything evenly.

7. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella.

8. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

9. Let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

You can substitute the chicken breast with rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.

Add spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes to customize the dish.

Use penne, fusilli, or rigatoni for the best texture in a pasta bake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 610
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 135mg