Description
A cozy and comforting Creamy Pasta Bake layered with tender pasta, creamy cheeses, and flavorful add-ins, the perfect dish to gather around on any weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini work great)
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked diced chicken or sautéed mushrooms
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or minced fresh garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Whisk together heavy cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken (or mushrooms), broccoli, and the cream mixture. Stir in mozzarella and half the Parmesan.
- Spread into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy creation!
Notes
Make it ahead, freeze it, or customize with your favorite proteins and veggies. Avoid overcooking pasta before baking and always taste for seasoning as you go!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: creamy pasta bake, baked pasta, cheesy pasta, comfort food, chicken pasta, easy dinner