Chicken Pasta Casserole


Easy to throw together and transport for the working fellow. High in protein!

- ⏲️ Prep time: 5 min

- 🍳 Cook time: 35 min

- 🍽️ Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

- 16oz (450g) macaroni (elbow, penne)

- 24oz (700g) raw chicken breast, diced

- 9oz (250g) mozzarella cheese, shredded

- 1.5oz (40g) parmesan cheese, grated

- 1.5oz (40g) bread crumbs

- 16oz (450g) diced tomatoes

- Some oil and butter

- (Optional) More mozzarella and parmesan for fans of cheese.

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400F/200C.

2. Dice chicken and pan cook with oil until fully cooked.

3. [Cook the pasta](pasta.html) for a few minutes less than usual (about 7-8 minutes).

4. Add chicken and pasta into a casserole dish. Mix together. Add diced tomato and shredded mozzarella cheese and keep mixing. Top with parmesan cheese and bread crumbs for an even coat. Add about a spoonful of butter evenly on the top.

5. Cook in the oven for 22-25 minutes, until the top looks golden.

Contribution

- Miika Nissi - [website](https://miikanissi.com)

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