Description
A delightful dish that combines smoky barbecue chicken with comforting pasta, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 grams (10.5 oz) cooked pasta (penne or rotini works well)
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes, or until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded rotisserie chicken, sautéed vegetables, and barbecue sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Pour the pasta and chicken mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Let the bake cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Texas BBQ, Chicken, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food