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Louisiana Chicken Pasta Bake

Delicious Louisiana Chicken Pasta Bake for Cozy Nights

This Louisiana Chicken Pasta Bake is ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken, zesty cajun flavors, creamy sauce, and vibrant veggies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken can use chicken tenders, breasts, or thighs
  • Cajun Seasoning adds a delightful kick; can be homemade or store-bought
For the Sauce
  • 6 tbsp Butter can opt for olive oil to sauté instead
  • 10 cloves Garlic fresh or pre-minced garlic works beautifully
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream can use half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1/3 cup Chicken Stock/Broth vegetable stock suits a non-meat option
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese consider pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast for dairy-free choice
For the Vegetables
  • 1/2 Red Onion adds sweetness; yellow onion is a suitable substitute
  • 2 crowns Broccoli feel free to swap with green beans or spinach
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper any colored bell pepper works too
  • 2 Roma Tomatoes canned tomatoes can act as a stand-in if fresh ones are unavailable
For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Pasta farfalle or penne are recommended; use gluten-free pasta as needed
For the Topping
  • 3 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar, colby jack, or pepper jack are fantastic choices
  • Salt essential for enhancing flavor
  • Pepper essential for enhancing flavor
  • Olive Oil any cooking oil can be used

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken with cajun seasoning and let it sit for about 20 minutes.
  3. Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then cook diced onion, broccoli, and bell pepper for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Cook seasoned chicken in the same skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. In the skillet, melt the remaining butter, add garlic and tomatoes, then pour in the heavy cream and broth, stirring in cajun seasoning and parmesan until creamy.
  6. Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  7. Mix pasta, chicken, veggies, and sauce in a bowl, then transfer to a greased baking dish, topping with remaining cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish captures comfort food at its finest, making it perfect for cozy family nights or entertaining guests.

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