Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

 

Here's a delicious Baked Creamy Chicken Pasta recipe:

*Servings:* 6-8

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

*Ingredients:*

For the pasta:

- 8 oz (225g) penne pasta

For the chicken:

- 1 1/2 pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces

- 2 tablespoons (30g) olive oil

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the creamy sauce:

- 2 cups (475ml) heavy cream

- 1 cup (250g) grated cheddar cheese

- 1/2 cup (120g) grated Parmesan cheese

- 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter

- 1 teaspoon dried basil

- 1/2 teaspoon paprika

For the topping:

- 1 cup (120g) grated mozzarella cheese

- 1/4 cup (30g) chopped fresh parsley

*Instructions:*

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook pasta al dente, drain, and set aside.

3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add chicken, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium. Whisk in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, and paprika.

5. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, and creamy sauce.

6. Transfer mixture to a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

7. Top with mozzarella cheese and parsley.

8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

*Tips:*

- Use high-quality cheese for best flavor.

- Don't overcook pasta.

- Add some spice with red pepper flakes.

*Nutrition Information (per serving):*

- Calories: 520

- Fat: 32g

- Saturated Fat: 18g

- Cholesterol: 80mg

- Sodium: 450mg

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

- Carbohydrates: 35g

- Fiber: 2g

- Sugar: 5g

- Protein: 35g

*Variations:*

- Add some veggies (bell peppers, broccoli).

- Use different pasta shapes.

- Substitute chicken with turkey or ham.

*Storage Guidelines:*

- Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

- Freeze for up to 2 months.

- Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

*Measurement Conversion:*

- 1 cup = 200g (approx.)

- 1 tablespoon = 15g (approx.)

- 1 teaspoon = 5g (approx.)

Enjoy your homemade Baked creamy chicken pasta!


Here's the detailed nutrition information for the Baked Creamy Chicken Pasta recipe:

*Serving Size:*1 serving (approx. 350g)

*Nutrition Facts:*

- Calories: 540

- Total Fat: 35g

    - Saturated Fat: 20g

    - Trans Fat: 0g

- Cholesterol: 90mg

- Sodium: 500mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 40g

    - Dietary Fiber: 2g

    - Sugars: 5g

- Protein: 37g

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

*Macronutrient Breakdown:*

- Carbohydrates: 40%

- Protein: 35%

- Fat: 25%

*Vitamins and Minerals:*

- Vitamin A: 15% of the Daily Value (DV)

- Vitamin C: 10% of the DV

- Calcium: 20% of the DV

- Iron: 25% of the DV

- Potassium: 20% of the DV

*Ingredients with Calories:*

- Penne pasta: 150 calories

- Chicken breast: 140 calories

- Heavy cream: 100 calories

- Cheddar cheese: 110 calories

- Parmesan cheese: 70 calories

- Mozzarella cheese: 80 calories

- Unsalted butter: 100 calories

*Tips for Reducing Calories:*

1. Use whole wheat pasta.

2. Reduce cream amount.

3. Choose low-fat cheese.

4. Add more vegetables.

*Variations with Calorie Changes:

- Veggie Baked Pasta: -100 calories

- Turkey Baked Pasta: -50 calories

- Spicy Baked Pasta: +50 calories

*Nutrition Information for Variations:*

- Veggie Baked Pasta: 440 calories

- Turkey Baked Pasta: 490 calories

- Spicy Baked Pasta: 590 calories

*Nutrition Label:*

Per serving:

Calories 540

Total Fat 35g

Saturated Fat 20g

Cholesterol 90mg

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

Sodium 500mg

Total Carbohydrates 40g

Dietary Fiber 2g

Sugars 5g

Protein 37g

Percent Daily Values:

Vitamin A 15%

Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 20%

Iron 25%

Potassium 20%

Please note that these values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

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