Garlic Parmesan chicken pasta bake

7 steps

Prep:15minCook:30min

Updated at: Sat, 28 Sep 2024 23:29:38 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories580.4 kcal (29%)

Total Fat29.2 g (42%)

Carbs51.1 g (20%)

Sugars5.9 g (7%)

Protein27.7 g (55%)

Sodium837.5 mg (42%)

Fiber2.1 g (7%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

8 servings

1 poundrotini pasta

3 cupschicken

cooked, chopped or diced

2 jarsalfredo sauce

1 cupGarlic Parmesan Sauce

2 cupsshredded mozzarella cheese

½ teaspoonsalt

½ teaspoonblack pepper

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic parmesan sauce, half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Add about ½ cup pasta water if needed for extra sauciness.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 5

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 6

Optional: For a golden top, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Step 7

Let cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!