Description
A delicious and creamy pasta bake featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a blend of cheeses, perfect for a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until browned.
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the chicken mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta Bake, Chicken Pasta Bake, Creamy Pasta Bake, Romantic Dinner Recipe