Description
A comforting family favorite that combines tender pasta, juicy chicken, and a creamy sauce, topped with cheese and breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Fold in mixed vegetables if using.
- Add the drained pasta to the chicken mixture, stirring until well coated. Pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with shredded cheese and breadcrumbs if using. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let cool before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be customized with different meats, pasta shapes, and vegetables. It’s perfect for using up leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken pasta, comfort food, creamy dish, family recipe