Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
A warm, cheesy casserole that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a gooey blend of cheeses for the perfect comfort meal. This dish is easy to prepare, perfect for family dinners, and guarantees satisfied appetites with every bite
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds seasoned cooked and chopped chicken
- 1 ½ cup sour cream light or regular
- 2 10.75 oz cans condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded Colby jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8-10 ounces pasta
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 ½ cup crushed butter crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheeses, and chicken; fold until well mixed.
- Add cooked pasta; fold again to incorporate.
- Grease a 13"x9" baking dish and spread the mixture evenly.
- Mix melted butter and crushed crackers until crumbly; sprinkle over the pasta mixture.
- Bake for 28-30 minutes until bubbly and crackers are golden.
Notes
- Use any pasta shape; rotisserie chicken works well for ease.
- You can make it ahead by assembling and refrigerating before baking.
- For a richer flavor, add garlic or chopped onions sautéed with the chicken.
- Adjust cheese types or quantities to taste.
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