Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Bake: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
This Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Bake is the ultimate indulgent comfort food that combines rich flavors and a creamy texture for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, sauté the diced chicken until cooked through.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and garlic, and cook until mushrooms are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the chicken and mushroom mixture, then transfer to a baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For an added crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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