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Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

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This Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting and easy one-dish meal featuring tender penne pasta combined with shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious creamy sauce made from cream cheese and Italian dressing. Baked to perfection with a melted Italian cheese topping, this dish is perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

Pasta and Sauce

  • 1 pound penne pasta or other short grain variety
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (16 oz) bottle Olive Garden© Italian dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 8 oz block cream cheese

Protein

  • 1 shredded rotisserie chicken (about 3-4 cups)

Vegetables

  • 1 pint halved baby tomatoes (cherry or grape tomatoes)
  • 1 medium chopped zucchini

Toppings

  • 2 cups shredded Italian style cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9×12-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Main Ingredients: In the prepared baking dish, add the penne pasta, milk, low-sodium chicken broth, Olive Garden© Italian dressing, shredded rotisserie chicken, and Italian seasoning. Stir thoroughly to combine, making sure the pasta is mostly submerged in the liquid for proper cooking.
  3. Add Vegetables: Evenly scatter the halved baby tomatoes and chopped zucchini over the pasta mixture to ensure a balanced distribution of vegetables.
  4. Add Cream Cheese and Cover: Place the block of cream cheese in the center of the baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with foil to retain moisture while baking.
  5. Bake Covered: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes to allow the pasta to cook and the cream cheese to soften.
  6. Stir and Melt Cream Cheese: Carefully remove the foil and stir thoroughly until the cream cheese has melted and combined with the other ingredients, creating a creamy sauce.
  7. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded Italian style cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
  8. Bake Uncovered: Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese topping is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  9. Rest Before Serving: Let the pasta bake rest for 5-10 minutes to thicken up and allow flavors to meld before serving. This recipe makes 6-8 servings.

Notes

  • You can substitute penne with any other short pasta like rigatoni or rotini.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels.
  • For added flavor, consider adding minced garlic or onions to the mixture before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/creamy-chicken-pasta-bake-recipe/