Discover the comfort of home cooking with this Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake! This delightful dish combines classic American flavors in a fun and innovative way. Al dente penne pasta is mixed with shredded chicken and a rich marinara sauce, all topped with a gooey layer of melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection, this dish is sure to warm hearts and fill bellies. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it brings the family together around the table for a cozy, satisfying meal that everyone will love!
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Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake
- Total Time: 50
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Discover the comfort of home cooking with this Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake! This delightful dish combines classic American flavors in a fun and innovative way. Al dente penne pasta is mixed with shredded chicken and a rich marinara sauce, all topped with a gooey layer of melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection, this dish is sure to warm hearts and fill bellies. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it brings the family together around the table for a cozy, satisfying meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Pasta: In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course / Comfort Food
- Method: 1. Preheat oven. 2. Cook penne until al dente. 3. Combine pasta, chicken, and sauce. 4. Bake with cheese on top. 5. Serve garnished.
- Cuisine: America
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g