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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting meal that's family-friendly and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Can substitute with penne or rigatoni.
For the Chicken
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken saves prep time.
For the Sauces
  • 2 cups Alfredo Sauce Consider making a homemade version.
  • 1 cup Garlic Parmesan Sauce Adjust for desired garlic flavor.
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Sprinkle extra on top.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be a vegan substitute.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot, add the rotini pasta, and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained rotini pasta, diced cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic Parmesan sauce, and half of both cheeses. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheeses.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Remove foil and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is golden.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 700mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This pasta bake is great for make-ahead meals and can be customized with additional vegetables or different proteins.

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