Italian Chicken and Pasta Bake Servings: 8–10 servings Difficulty: Easy Ingredients 1/4 cup butter 1 cup chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce 3 cups chopped cooked chicken 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 (16-ounce) package bow tie pasta, cooked according to package directions and kept warm Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. 2. In a very large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes or until onion is tender. Add flour, and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in milk, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce; cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in chicken, 3 cups cheese, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir in pasta. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. 3. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Posted on: Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:37:30 +0000
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