Chicken Pasta Bake

Updated at: Sun, 22 Oct 2023 14:17:06 GMT

Step 1

In a large pan, heat the oil over a medium heat.Fry the onion until softened.

Step 2

Add in the garlic and cook for a further minute.

Step 3

Add tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes or until darker in colour.

Step 4

Add the chicken, and cook about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the salt, pepper, oregano and smoked. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the tomato purée or tinned tomatoes and turn down the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Add the chopped peppers, and celery. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes. then remove from the heat.

Step 8

Meanwhile, bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the penne following the pack instructions.

Step 9

In a bowl, combine cheddar, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Add the pasta, and stir everything together, then half of pasta transfer to a large baking dish add the layer of prepared cheese. Add another layer of pasta.

Step 11

Top with the, mozzarella and dried parsley.

Step 12

Place in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 13

Take out of the oven and top with some basil leaves before serving.

Step 14

Enjoy!

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