Whole Wheat Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Whole Wheat Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta; 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 medium zucchini, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream; 3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs; 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon butter until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
2
In the same skillet, saute zucchini and onion in remaining butter. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese and Italian seasoning until cheese is melted; add chicken.
3
Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, butter, Italian seasoning and salt; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta, 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed, 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 medium zucchini, chopped, and more.

Yes, Whole Wheat 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.

Whole Wheat Pasta Bake

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