Monday, February 3, 2014

Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta

Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta: Savory Sweet and Satisfying

Here we have all of the goodness of chicken Parmesan in a casserole. And better yet it tastes like chicken Parmesan. So, if you like chicken Parmesan then you will like this casserole and should make it.

Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta

The last time I made this dish I was unable to find fresh basil so I made it without. It does add some flavor, but it is also a garnish so you can leave it off if desired.

Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta

Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 12 ounces pasta
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Directions:

  1. Add the tomatoes to a food processor and pulse until the tomatoes are coarsely chopped, about 10 pulses.
  2. In a large oven safe skillet, over medium heat add olive oil. When the oil is hot add the garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes, cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add in the chopped tomatoes, water, 1 cup chicken broth and the pasta to the skillet, stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a good simmer and then cover the pan and continue to simmer until the pasta is tender, about 16-18 minutes. Stir the pasta frequently as it cooks.
  4. Preheat oven to 475°F while the pasta is cooking.
  5. Once the pasta is tender, remove the cover and stir in 3/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, all of the black pepper and chicken. If the mixture seems dry add as much of the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth as you desire.
  6. Sprinkle the top evenly with the mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  7. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and bubbles around the edges. Garnish with basil.
Enjoy!!!

Serves: 6
Calories: 470
Total Fat: 14.3g
   Saturated: 6.7g
   Polyunsaturated: 0.3g
   Monounsaturated: 1.7g
   Trans: 0g
Cholesterol: 76.7mg
Sodium: 771mg
Potassium: 17.1mg
Total Carbs: 48.8g
   Dietary Fiber: 3.7g
   Sugars: 7.5g
Protein: 39.4g
Vitamin A: 20.7%
Vitamin C: 19.7%
Calcium: 48.2%
Iron: 5.3%
*The nutritional information will vary slightly depending on the brands you use.
*Adapted from Tracey's Culinary Adventure.

Enjoy!!!
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