Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta

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.

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

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!!!