Creamy Baked Penne Pasta
This decadent baked pasta dish is a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With a rich, creamy sauce, tender pasta, and gooey cheese, it’s sure to satisfy your cravings.
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Ingredients:
For the Base:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese | 300g |
| Penne pasta | 400g |
| Alfredo sauce | 400g |
| Mozzarella cheese, grated | 250g |
| Heavy cream | 400ml |
| Chicken broth | 400ml |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | 100g |
| Unsalted butter, cubed | 80g |
Seasonings:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Salt | Pinch |
| Black pepper | Pinch |
| Garlic paste | 4 tsp |
| Dried parsley | Pinch |
Additional Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fried chicken breast, cut into strips | 1 |
| Mozzarella cheese, grated | 200g |
| Parsley, for garnish | To taste |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare baking dish: Spread cream cheese evenly in a large ovenproof dish.
- Add pasta and sauce: Add uncooked penne pasta and Alfredo sauce to the dish.
- Add cheeses and seasonings: Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, salt, pepper, garlic paste, and dried parsley.
- Add liquids and cheese: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and dot with butter.
- First bake: Bake for 35 minutes.
- Prepare chicken: While baking, fry chicken breast and cut into strips.
- Add chicken and cheese: Remove dish from oven, add chicken strips, and sprinkle with more mozzarella cheese.
- Final bake: Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
