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Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe Chicken and Pasta Casserole

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 850
A hearty and cheesy baked chicken and pasta casserole that's perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 13 oz Pasta of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 3 pieces Chicken breasts (cut into small cubes)
  • 1 piece Onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 2 pieces Bell peppers (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 14 oz Tomato sauce or chopped tomatoes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 6 tablespoons Butter
  • 3/4 cup Flour
  • 3 cups Milk (warm)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 3 oz Mozzarella (grated)
  • 3 oz Cheddar cheese (grated)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish and set aside.
  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
  • In a pan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil, add chicken and cook until done, then add peppers, tomato paste, sauce, and seasonings. Simmer briefly.
  • Make béchamel sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding warm milk and seasoning until thickened.
  • Combine pasta with béchamel and chicken mixture, transfer to baking dish, top with grated cheeses, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a sprinkle of herbs or extra cheese on top before baking.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, Chicken, Pasta