Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is a warm, indulgent dinner that brings together tender chicken, rich parmesan-garlic cream sauce, and perfectly baked pasta with a gooey golden topping. It’s a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights, leftovers, or feeding a hungry crowd.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
12 oz rigatoni or penne pasta
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in the parmesan until melted and smooth.
4. Return the cooked chicken to the sauce and stir in the pasta until everything is evenly coated.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Add a splash of milk or cream when reheating leftovers to bring the sauce back to life.
This dish freezes well—store portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months.
For added veggies, stir in sautéed spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: creamy pasta bake, chicken parmesan bake, garlic pasta