Bechamel chicken pasta is a classic comfort food dish that combines the creamy richness of béchamel sauce with tender chicken and pasta. This delectable dish is a favorite among people of all ages and can be easily prepared at home with just a few simple ingredients. The key to making the perfect bechamel chicken pasta lies in creating a velvety smooth sauce and cooking the chicken until it is succulent and juicy. Once the sauce and chicken are ready, they are combined with cooked pasta, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal, bechamel chicken pasta is sure to satisfy your cravings.
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BECHAMEL CHICKEN PASTA
This is a twist on a classic Middle Eastern bechamel pasta. It consists of chicken breast, penne pasta, vegetables, and herbs, and is topped with a luscious bechamel and mozzarella cheese. Baked until nice and bubbly.
Provided by Maryam
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, cook the penne pasta 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic until tender. Stir in the chicken, and cook until almost done. Mix in the peas, cilantro, dill, tomato paste, and enough water to make a thick sauce. Continue to cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, and all the ingredients are heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To prepare the bechamel sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Dissolve the chicken bouillon cube in the melted butter. Stirring constantly, blend in the flour until smooth. Mix in the milk, season with pepper, and continue to cook and stir until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked pasta with 1/2 the bechamel sauce. Place 1/2 the pasta in a baking dish, layer with 1/2 the chicken mixture, and 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. Layer with the remaining pasta, remaining chicken mixture, and remaining bechamel sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 620.9 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA
Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
CHICKEN SPAGHETTI WITH WHITE SAUCE
This cheesy white sauce is perfect for any pasta but works best with spaghetti or cavatappi. I favor butcher bacon as it's the best bacon on the planet! Kids attacked the leftover pasta and ate the bacon and sun-dried tomatoes before I was able to get a photo!
Provided by Saleen2004
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Spaghetti Recipes Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and a liberal amount of salt to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain pasta and transfer to a large serving bowl. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- While pasta is cooking, coat chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Add bacon to the same pan and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and cut into small pieces.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes to the bacon fat and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken and bacon and reduce heat to just above a simmer. Stir in milk and cornstarch. Add chicken broth, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese; stir and simmer until well mixed and cheeses have melted.
- Slowly add 1/2 cup pasta water to the sauce; stir and allow the sauce to thicken up to desired consistency, adding more pasta water as needed. Pour sauce over pasta to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1074.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
CHICKEN BECHAMEL PASTA
Start dinner before you leave for work and come home to dinner in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken, creamy bacon/garlic sauce and al dente egg noodles...mmm, comfort food.
Provided by MrsKnox2016
Categories European
Time 6h30m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken and 2 cans of broth in crockpot on low for 6-8 hours or until juices run clear. When cooked, remove from liquid, allow to cool, then shred or chop.
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions.
- Saute bacon and garlic in medium saucepan until bacon slightly browned, not too crispy. Remove from pan.
- Add butter to drippings and melt completely.
- Add 4 tbs flour and cook for one minute, whisking occasionally.
- Add skim milk, starting with a tbs or two until you've added the full 2 cups, whisking to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer and allow to thicken until it covers the back of spoon.
- Add in: bacon, garlic, chicken. Serve over hot egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1092, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 267.4, Sodium 981, Carbohydrate 126.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 3.6, Protein 51.1
Tips:
- Use a good quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the sauce.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Cook it just until it is cooked through, otherwise it will become dry and tough.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. You can use a variety of cheeses, such as Parmesan, cheddar, or mozzarella, to create different flavor combinations.
- Serve the pasta immediately. This is when it is at its best.
Conclusion:
Bechamel chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add or remove vegetables, use different types of cheese, or even add a protein of your choice. With a little creativity, you can make a bechamel chicken pasta dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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