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Chicken Pasta Bake
A hearty and cheesy baked pasta dish featuring tender chicken, rich marinara, and creamy cheeses, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (patted dry)
- Salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 pound short pasta, such as fusilli or wagon wheels
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
- 2 24-ounce jars marinara sauce (such as Rao’s)
- 2 cups whole-milk ricotta
- 8 ounces burrata or fresh mozzarella
- 2 ounces Parmesan, grated (about ½ cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook pasta until al dente, then drain. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Cook chicken in a skillet until browned, then add marinara and simmer. Mix with pasta.
- Layer half of pasta in a baking dish, dollop ricotta, sprinkle Parmesan, add remaining pasta, top with burrata and Parmesan.
- Bake uncovered until bubbly and cheese melts, about 20-25 minutes. Serve hot.
Notes
You can prepare this dish ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking.