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Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake for a Family-Friendly Meal

This Chicken Parmesan Pasta is a delightful and easy recipe that combines chicken, pasta, and marinara for a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Boil water in another pot and cook penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with marinara sauce, sautéed garlic, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  6. Spread half of the pasta mixture in the prepared baking dish. Place seasoned chicken on top, then cover with remaining pasta mixture. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with extra marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 38gFat: 18g

Notes

For best results, let the finished dish rest for optimal texture and flavor development before serving.

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