Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake - Easy Recipes for Dinner
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting, cheesy dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Ready in under an hour, it’s packed with rich flavors.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Mix in shredded chicken and half of the Parmesan cheese. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss cooked pasta with the creamy garlic sauce, ensuring even coating.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and remaining Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.