Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake
Introduction
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food—a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful casserole that’s perfect for a family dinner or a potluck. Tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious garlic-Parmesan sauce are baked together to golden, bubbly perfection. It’s an easy yet indulgent dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
For the Pasta and Chicken:
- 12 oz (340 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works great!)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
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