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Italian Chicken Casserole

A creamy and savory dish combining tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for busy families seeking a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp butter For sautéing
  • 1 small onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup red bell peppers Diced
  • 10.75 oz can cream of chicken soup Creamy base
  • 1 cup milk or half and half For creaminess
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock Adds flavor
  • 4 oz cream cheese Cubed
  • 1 envelope dry Italian dressing mix For seasoning
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese Divided
  • 8 oz uncooked bowtie pasta Or shaped pasta of your choice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, reducing the cooking time by 2-3 minutes if baking. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chicken cubes and brown for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the cream of chicken soup, milk, and chicken stock. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Stir in the cubed cream cheese until melted and fully integrated.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and the dry Italian dressing mix. Blend thoroughly.
  7. Fold the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring it is coated with the sauce.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Transfer the chicken and pasta mixture into the dish and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  3. Bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbling and the top is golden brown.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen.