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Italian Chicken Casserole

Italian Chicken Casserole – Comfort Food at Its Finest

Experience the warmth of Italian Chicken Casserole, a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and al dente pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 1 small Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 10.75 oz Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Milk or half and half
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Stock
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese cubed
  • 1 envelope Dry Italian Dressing Mix
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan Cheese divided
  • 8 oz Pasta uncooked bowtie or farfalle

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Casserole Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter and brown chicken for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper in the same skillet for 3 minutes.
  4. Add cream of chicken soup, milk, chicken stock, and cream cheese. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Mix in Italian dressing and 2 tbsp of Parmesan cheese.
  6. Combine the creamy sauce with the cooked pasta.
  7. Transfer to a greased casserole dish, sprinkle remaining Parmesan, and bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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