Chicken Penne Pasta Bake: A Comforting Family Favorite!
A comforting and delicious Chicken Penne Pasta Bake that’s perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, marinara sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the chicken mixture and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg