MEGA CHICKY-CHEESY PENNE PASTA

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Grown-up mac and cheese, though my 1 year old also devoured it! I love the combination of cheese and the subtle flavor from the peppers, onions and garlic. I'm going to add broccoli as well the next time I make this.

Provided by stonecoldcrazy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb penne pasta, cooked according to directions
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (I use yellow, red and green)
1 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup chicken, shredded (I used poached)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (I use a Mexican blend)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • Saute onion, peppers and garlic in olive oil until soft. Season with oregano.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with shredded cheese and Parmesan.
  • Add soup and milk and stir to combine.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add softened vegetables, shredded cooked chicken and finally fold in the cooked pasta.
  • Pour into a greased casserole dish, top with additional shredded cheese and cover with foil.
  • Cook for 25 minutes. Remove foil and cook for another 5-10 or until top if browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.4, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 44.2, Sodium 721, Carbohydrate 102.2, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 2, Protein 20.8

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