Cheddar Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Cheddar Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired; 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in chicken, onion powder, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
4
Whisk chicken broth and flour together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken in the skillet. Add half the Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cream, butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; stir to combine. Continue stirring over medium heat until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into skillet.
5
Pour chicken-pasta mixture into a glass baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and melted, about 15 minutes.

896

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 tablespoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Cheddar Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cheddar Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake

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