Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake – Your New Favorite Comfort Food

If you're hunting for a satisfying dinner that’s rich, creamy, and ridiculously comforting, this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake delivers in every bite. It’s packed with shredded chicken, al dente pasta, and a velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce that’s baked to golden, bubbly perfection.

Whether you're feeding a hungry family or want a cozy Sunday night dish that makes amazing leftovers, this cheesy pasta bake is the answer. Plus, it's a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken!

 Equipment You’ll Need:

• 9x13 inch baking dish
• Large pot for boiling pasta
• Large skillet or saucepan for sauce
• Whisk
• Mixing spoon or spatula
• Cheese grater (if using fresh Parmesan)

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake

Yields: 6–8 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

 Ingredients:

• 1 lb pasta (penne, rotini, or any short cut)
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute, being careful not to brown it.
4. Make the Roux: Sprinkle in flour, whisking constantly for 1–2 minutes to cook out the raw flavor.
5. Create Sauce: Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and is smooth.
6. Add Cheese & Seasonings: Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Combine: Gently fold in the cooked pasta and chicken until evenly coated.
8. Bake: Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with extra Parmesan and mozzarella if desired.
9. Finish in Oven: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden on top.
10. Cool & Serve: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving so the sauce sets slightly.

 Variations:

• Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
• Swap mozzarella for Gruyère or fontina for a melty upgrade.
• Add steamed broccoli or spinach for a veggie boost.

 Why This Pasta Bake Works:

This dish checks all the boxes: it’s rich, cheesy, garlic-forward, and incredibly easy to assemble. The combo of Parmesan and mozzarella delivers both sharp flavor and gooey texture, while the creamy roux base keeps every bite silky and decadent.

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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake

If you're hunting for a satisfying dinner that’s rich, creamy, and ridiculously comforting, this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake delivers in every bite. It’s packed with shredded chickenMixing spoon or spatula

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• - 1 lb pasta penne, rotini, or other short pasta
• - 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
• - 1 tbsp olive oil
• - 4 cloves garlic minced
• - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• - 2 cups milk
• - ½ cup chicken broth
• - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• - ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• - ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
• - Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Large pot for boiling pasta
• Large skillet or saucepan for sauce
• whisk
• Mixing spoon or spatula
• Cheese grater (if using fresh Parmesan)

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
4. Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly.
5. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth until thickened.
6. Remove from heat. Stir in cheeses and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Add cooked pasta and chicken. Mix to coat.
8. Transfer to baking dish. Top with extra cheese if desired.
9. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
10. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken or turkey. Add steamed broccoli for extra nutrition.