Chicken-And-Pasta Bake With Basil

Health score
48%
Chicken-And-Pasta Bake With Basil
45 min.
6
350kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that brings comfort to the dinner table, look no further than this Chicken-And-Pasta Bake With Basil. This delightful dish combines the heartiness of tender penne pasta, succulent roasted chicken, and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a creamy Asiago cheese sauce. It's a wonderful balance of flavors and textures that's sure to please everyone in your family.

What makes this recipe truly special is the fresh basil, which infuses each bite with a fragrant aroma and a burst of flavor that elevates the dish to new heights. The preparation is quick and easy, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 45 minutes, you can create a wholesome and nutritious meal that serves up to six people.

With every forkful, you’ll enjoy a delightful medley of creamy cheese, perfectly cooked pasta, and tender broccoli, topped with aromatic garlic and freshly cracked black pepper. Plus, at around 350 calories per serving, it fits seamlessly into a balanced diet. So get ready to gather around the table and enjoy this flavorful Chicken-And-Pasta Bake—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • ounces asiago cheese grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups broccoli florets 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • cups milk 1% low-fat
  • cups penne pasta; 8 ounces ) hot (tube-shaped cooked uncooked
  • cups roasted chicken breast chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.
  2. Place flour in a heavy saucepan; gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  3. Place over medium heat; cook until thick (about 8 minutes), stirring constantly.
  4. Remove from heat; add cheese, stirring until melted. Set aside.
  5. Preheat oven to 35
  6. Steam broccoli, covered, 4 minutes.
  7. Drain.
  8. Combine cheese sauce, broccoli, penne, and next 5 ingredients. Spoon into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  9. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories350kcal
Protein42.27%
Fat23.26%
Carbs34.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.42
Glycemic Load
11.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.395652149035%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.36mg
Kaempferol
3.57mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:349.51kcal
17.48%
Fat:8.89g
13.68%
Saturated Fat:4.42g
27.62%
Carbohydrates:29.64g
9.88%
Net Carbohydrates:27.22g
9.9%
Sugar:5.17g
5.75%
Cholesterol:76.29mg
25.43%
Sodium:498.08mg
21.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.35g
72.7%
Selenium:43.24µg
61.77%
Vitamin B3:10.58mg
52.91%
Vitamin C:41.08mg
49.79%
Vitamin K:51.48µg
49.02%
Phosphorus:442.67mg
44.27%
Calcium:363.9mg
36.39%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.43%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.3%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.06%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.74%
Magnesium:60.13mg
15.03%
Potassium:505.15mg
14.43%
Vitamin B5:1.4mg
14.02%
Zinc:2.09mg
13.95%
Vitamin A:653.71IU
13.07%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.55%
Iron:2.25mg
12.49%
Folate:48.6µg
12.15%
Fiber:2.42g
9.69%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.87%
Copper:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.33%
Source:My Recipes