Description
A delightful blend of creamy, cheesy pasta with tender chicken and crisp romaine lettuce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 grams (about 10.5 oz) penne pasta
- 2 pieces grilled chicken breast (approximately 300 grams or 10.5 oz), diced
- 1 cup (about 240 ml) Caesar dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 100 grams)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 grams)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta, diced grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, minced garlic, and black pepper. Stir until evenly coated.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Pour the pasta mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- For freezing, cover tightly with foil and freeze for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta Bake, Pasta Bake, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food