Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Chicken Penne Casserole Irresistible. This creamy, cheesy delight combines tender chicken, al dente penne pasta, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Effortlessly prepare ahead of time or customize with your favorite ingredients for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Shred the chicken once cooled.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cooked pasta, spinach, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and half the cheese.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish; top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg