Description
A delightful combination of tender pasta, succulent chicken, and fragrant pesto in a rich, silky sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, pesto sauce, heavy cream, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider using whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier twist. You can also add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg