Description
A rich and creamy baked pasta dish featuring tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, and a bubbly mozzarella topping infused with fresh basil and parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Boil the spaghetti in salted water for 2 minutes less than the package directions specify. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and sauté until golden brown on all sides.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Fold in the cooked spaghetti, chopped basil, and half of the parsley.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Top the pasta with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish with remaining fresh parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian