Description
This comforting dish features tender chicken and pasta coated in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, then baked to perfection. It’s a cheesy, savory dinner that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss the cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce, mixing well.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 baking dish, top with extra mozzarella, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top before serving for a burst of color and flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g