Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or fusilli)
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup Cajun seasoned diced tomatoes (canned)
– 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
– 1/2 cup onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, softened cream cheese, Cajun seasoned diced tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well to ensure that everything is evenly coated.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
5. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 32g