Marry Me Chicken Pasta Casserole
A creamy and comforting chicken pasta casserole that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
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 generously with salt and pepper.
- Sauté chicken until golden brown, about 6–8 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream and soy sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer gently for a minute.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Chop the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the chicken with the cooked pasta and creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with green salad and garlic bread. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg