Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces of bite-sized pasta; 1 sweet onion, diced; 1 lb ground chicken; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 28 ounces marinara sauce; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

16 ounces of bite-sized pasta
1 sweet onion, diced
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
28 ounces marinara sauce
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

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["Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13"" baking dish with cooking spray.", "Cook pasta according to package directions, and drain.", "While pasta cooks, spray a 12"" skillet or dutch oven with cooking spray, and heat over medium-high heat. Add onion, chicken, salt, a few grinds of pepper, and garlic. Saute until onion is tender and chicken is cooked through. Stir in marinara sauce, and bring to a simmer.", "Meanwhile, heat butter in a glass bowl in the microwave until melted. Stir bread crumbs and basil into the melted butter, and set aside.", "Turn off heat on the sauce. Stir in cooked pasta and mozzarella cubes, and transfer pasta mixture to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle buttery bread crumbs over the pasta, and sprinkle parmesan cheese over that.", "Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until topping is golden brown."]

973

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces of bite-sized pasta, 1 sweet onion, diced, 1 lb ground chicken, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Chicken Parmesan 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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Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake

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