Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake: A Cozy Weeknight Delight
Introduction:
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort meal for weeknights. This dish
features tender rotini pasta, juicy chunks of chicken, and a rich garlic-parmesan sauce baked to
perfection with a bubbly, golden top. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that combines heartiness
and flavor in every bite, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep for the week.
The garlic-parmesan sauce is creamy without being heavy, and the melted cheese on top adds the
perfect touch of indulgence. This pasta bake can be customized with vegetables or additional
seasonings, but its classic flavors are satisfying on their own.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound rotini pasta, cooked and drained (reserve 1 cup of pasta water)
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish