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Creamy Chicken Piccata Pasta Bake

Creamy Chicken Piccata Pasta Bake

Cost $25, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 50 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $25

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta and Sauces

    • 🍝 1 pound penne pasta
    • 2 (15-ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
    • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • Dairy

    • 🧈 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 cup ricotta cheese
    • 🧀 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Vegetables and Herbs

    • 🧄 2 cloves garlic
    • 1 (3-ounce) jar capers
    • 🌿 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

  • Protein

    • 🍗 3 1/2 cups cooked chicken

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne until tender yet firm, about 11 minutes, then drain.

3

Zest the lemon to yield 1 teaspoon zest and juice it to yield 3 tablespoons juice.

4

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, and sauté garlic until tender, about 2–3 minutes.

5

In a large bowl, mix sautéed garlic, lemon juice, Alfredo sauce, ricotta, chicken broth, capers, and black pepper. Add cooked pasta and chicken, tossing them together.

6

Spread the mixture into the greased baking dish.

7

Combine Parmesan cheese with lemon zest, then sprinkle over the pasta in the dish.

8

Bake the dish uncovered for 35–40 minutes until hot and bubbly.

9

Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

861

Calories

  • 38
    Protein
  • 42
    Carbs
  • 63
    Fats

💡 Prepare the dish ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Bake it when ready to serve.For a lighter version, use low-fat Alfredo sauce and reduced-fat ricotta.Serve with a fresh side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.