Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and flavorful pesto sauce. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing potluck dish.
Ingredients for Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole Recipe
0.80 ounce Pasta
1/5 cup Cooked Chicken, Shredded
1/10 cup Pesto Sauce
1/10 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
as required Additional Cheese For Topping
Directions: Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole Recipe
Cooking Directions
STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375��F (190��C) and grease a casserole dish.
STEP 2.Cook the pasta according to package instructions and drain.
STEP 3.In a large skillet, cook the chicken until no longer pink.
STEP 4.In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, pesto sauce, and shredded cheese.
STEP 5.Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and sprinkle with additional cheese.
STEP 6.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
STEP 7.Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking Tips
You can use store-bought or homemade pesto sauce for this recipe.
Feel free to add vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition value
352
calories per serving
13 g Fat23 g Protein53 g Carbs4 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
13g
Protein
23g
Carbs
53g
Fiber
4g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
53g
Protein
23g
Fiber
4g
Fats
Fat
13g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
426mg
Iron
3mg
Vitamin A
1564mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
2mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
133mcg
Vitamin B12
< 1mcg
Vitamin C
26mg
Vitamin E
< 1mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
92mg
Manganese
< 1mg
Phosphorus
382mg
Selenium
20mcg
Zinc
3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment