Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta Casserole is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and al dente pasta for an unforgettable meal. This comforting casserole not only pleases the palate but also makes any occasion feel special. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this dish might just inspire love at first bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté chicken until golden brown (6–8 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Chop rested chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine chicken with cooked pasta and creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes until golden on top and bubbly around the edges. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg