Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake
This creamy, cheesy pasta bake is loaded with tender chicken, garlic, and two kinds of cheese for the ultimate weeknight comfort food. Bubbly, golden, and absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk whole or 2%
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk and cream. Stir until thickened.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan. Stir until melted and creamy. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and cooked pasta until well coated.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9x13" baking dish. Top with extra mozzarella or Parmesan if desired.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, until hot and lightly golden on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
You can use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut, and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 650IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg