Baked Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta
A creamy and cheesy baked pasta dish with chicken and marinara sauce.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish Or similar sized oven-safe dish
- Large pot For cooking pasta
Ingredients
Pasta & Chicken
- 1 lb cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
Sauce & Cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- fresh basil or parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well combined.
- Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through and cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.