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Tuscan Chicken Pasta Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

For the pasta and chicken

  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the sauce

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 3 cups fresh spinach

For topping

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside. Cook chicken with seasonings until golden, then remove.
  • Make sauce by melting butter, cooking garlic, then whisking in flour, broth, and cream. Add Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
  • Combine pasta and chicken with sauce, transfer to baking dish, top with cheeses, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, use less cheese or substitute with low-fat options.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: bake, Chicken, pasta