A delicious and comforting Italian chicken pasta bake.
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast cubed
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 4 oz
- 1 can Tomato sauce 200 g
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- Basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook until no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked chicken and penne pasta to the skillet. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 39gFat: 9gFiber: 4g