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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake

This warm, creamy pasta bake with chicken, garlic, and lots of cheese is a comforting dish that feeds a family and is perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 12 oz penne pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, drizzle in the olive oil and cook the diced chicken over medium heat until it’s no longer pink and nicely browned.
  3. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together your cooked pasta, chicken, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the creamy pasta mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  2. Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For variations, consider adding cooked spinach or peas, swapping penne for fusilli, or incorporating cooked bacon for a smoky flavor. For a lighter version, use half heavy cream and half milk.