Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Baked Ziti, a perfect blend of tender chicken, ziti pasta, and rich marinara sauce. This dish is an effortless way to gather friends and family around the table for a memorable meal. With its mouthwatering aromas and satisfying flavors, Chicken Baked Ziti transforms simple ingredients into a delightful experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked ziti pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute. Pour in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- While the sauce simmers, cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooked ziti with the chicken mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese in a large bowl.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg