Best 11 Four Cheese And Chicken Baked Pasta Recipes

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Calling all cheese and chicken lovers! If you're looking for a delectable pasta dish made with a blend of four different cheeses and tender chicken, then you're in the right place. This baked pasta dish is a comfort food classic that will surely tantalize your taste buds. With this article, we will guide you through a recipe that combines the rich flavors of cheese, savory chicken, and pasta, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that will be the star of your next get-together or family dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FOUR-CHEESE CHICKEN FETTUCCINE



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As a cattle rancher, my husband's a big fan of beef. For him to comment on a poultry dish is rare. But he always tells me, "I love this casserole!" I first tasted it at a potluck; now, I fix it for my family (we have a 3-year-old daughter) once or twice a month, and I'm asked to take it to most every get-together. -Rochelle Brownlee, Big Timber, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
TOPPING:
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 to 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large kettle, combine the soup, cream cheese, mushrooms, cream, butter and garlic powder. Stir in cheeses; cook and stir until melted. Add chicken; heat through. Drain fettuccine; add to the sauce. , Transfer to a shallow greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over chicken mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641 calories, Fat 47g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 895mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CHEDDAR CHEESE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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A creamy, cheesy plateful of delicious comfort to delight your taste buds! Indulge yourself.

Provided by Heather T.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in chicken, onion powder, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Whisk chicken broth and flour together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken in the skillet. Add half the Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cream, butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; stir to combine. Continue stirring over medium heat until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into skillet.
  • Pour chicken-pasta mixture into a glass baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 805.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

BAKED FOUR-CHEESE SPAGHETTI



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Provided by Marc Murphy

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Unsalted butter, for greasing
1 1/2 pounds spaghetti
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces imported fontina cheese, coarsely shredded (2 cups)
8 ounces Gruyere, coarsely shredded (2 cups)
8 ounces mozzarella, coarsely shredded (2 cups)
4 ounces Gorgonzola dolce, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well and spread the spaghetti on a baking sheet; let cool.
  • In a large bowl, toss the fontina with the Gruyere and mozzarella. Spread half of the spaghetti in the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Sprinkle half of the mixed cheeses and half of the Gorgonzola over the spaghetti and season with salt and pepper. Repeat with another layer of spaghetti, mixed cheeses, Gorgonzola and salt and pepper.
  • Bake the spaghetti in the center of the oven until the top is golden brown, about 40 minutes. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

BAKED FOUR-CHEESE PASTA



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Categories     Salad     Sauce     Cheese     Pasta     Appetizer     Bake     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Simmer

Yield makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) box ziti or any other tube-shaped pasta
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
12 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup dry white wine
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese (6 ounces)
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (4 ounces)
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (8 ounces)
1 cup shredded fontina cheese (4 ounces)
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and put it in the prepared casserole dish. Stir in the tomatoes and their juices. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until just soft, about 8 minutes. Add the wine and cook for about 4 more minutes or until the liquid is reduced by half. Reduce the heat to medium and add the cream. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the mixture starts to thicken slightly. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the Parmesan, Gorgonzola, mozzarella, and fontina cheeses, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the cheese mixture over the pasta. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly. Remove from the oven and stir to make sure the cheese and pasta are thoroughly combined.
  • notes
  • Great for freezing! See our Freezer Tips on pages 23-27.
  • Vegetarian friendly!
  • End up with extra Gorgonzola? Put it to good use! Sandy loves to stuff it into a fresh fig, then wrap the fig in a very thin slice of prosciutto. Voilà! A sophisticated garnish for a salad or an easy appetizer for your next cocktail party.

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN PENNE PASTA BAKE



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Chunks of chicken in a creamy tomato sauce with basil and fresh spinach are baked with multi-grain penne pasta and topped with cheese.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 43m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
1 (9 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 ounces PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel cheese, cubed
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
2 tablespoons KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding spinach to the boiling water for the last minute.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken and basil in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 3 min. Stir in tomatoes and spaghetti sauce; bring to boil. Simmer on low heat 3 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Stir in Neufchatel.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella; pour into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through; top with remaining cheeses. Bake 3 min. or until mozzarella is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1004 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

FOUR CHEESE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by á-17891

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb of Fusilli Bucati Corti pasta or any noodle would really work, even fettuccine, boiled to al dente and drained
9 tablespoons butter
4 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 can (14.5 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 cup + 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 cup + 2 tablespoons grated Gouda cheese
1 cup + 2 tablespoons grated sharp white cheddar cheese
6 ounces of mascarpone cheese
10 ounces of cooked chicken breast, sliced or cubed, I like grilled chicken
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350. Spray baking dish, square 9x9 or oval dish, with cooking spray. Cook pasta as directed and drain. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in broth. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; reduce heat to low. Stir in mascarpone, white cheddar cheese, Gouda, parmesan and half-and-half. Allow all cheese to melt and meld together while continuously stirring. Once completely mixed together and cheese is melted, stir in chicken. Add pasta to chicken mixture; toss gently to mix well. Spoon into baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 15-25 minutes or until hot in the center.

4 CHEESE PASTA BAKE



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Make and share this 4 Cheese Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by emma1222

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1/2 cup butter
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded provolone cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 13x9 inches glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently. With wire wisk, stir in flour and salt until smooth. Increase heat to medium; cook stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Stir in cheeses. Cook until melted. Stir pasta and parsley into cheese. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  • In skillet, melt 1 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat; stir in bread crumbs. Book until the crumbs are golden brown. Sprinkle over pasta mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 20-25 minute.

CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
¼ tsp chilli flakes
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
1 tsp caster sugar
6 tbsp mascarpone
4 skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
300g penne
70g mature cheddar , grated
50g grated mozzarella
½ small bunch of parsley , finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a pan over a medium heat and fry the onion gently for 10-12 mins. Add the garlic and chilli flakes and cook for 1 min. Tip in the tomatoes and sugar and season to taste. Simmer uncovered for 20 mins or until thickened, then stir through the mascarpone.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a non-stick frying pan. Season the chicken and fry for 5-7 mins or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Cook the penne following pack instructions. Drain and toss with the remaining oil. Tip the pasta into a medium sized ovenproof dish. Stir in the chicken and pour over the sauce. Top with the cheddar, mozzarella and parsley. Bake for 20 mins or until golden brown and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

BAKED FOUR-CHEESE PASTA



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Make and share this Baked Four-Cheese Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Penne

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 tablespoons butter (plus extra for the baking dish)
1 lb penne
4 cups whole milk
6 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese (Wisconsin)
2 cups grated asiago cheese
2 cups grated Fontina cheese
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Butter a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil; add in the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente (10-12 minutes).
  • Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water.
  • Drain pasta again very well; place pasta in a large bowl.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk to a boil; remove from heat.
  • In another medium saucepan, melt the 8 tablespoons butter over med-high heat; lower heat to low and whisk in the flour, cooking for 3-4 minutes (be careful not to brown the mixture).
  • Slowly add in the hot milk, whisking constantly.
  • Add in the salt and cayenne; increase heat to medium, and simmer, stirring constantly until the mixture has thickened (8-10 minutes.).
  • Remove pan from heat and add 1 cup each of the grated cheddar, asiago, and fontina cheese, whisking until the cheeses are melted.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta; toss to coat the past evenly.
  • Place half of the coated pasta in the baking dish; evenly sprinkle the remaining cheeses over the top.
  • Cover with the remaining pasta.
  • In a bowl, toss the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and melted butter together.
  • Pour the heavy cream over the pasta; evenly distribute the breadcrumb mixture over the top.
  • Bake on the middle oven rack for 30-35 minutes or until top is light brown and mixture is bubbling.

FOUR-CHEESE BAKED PENNE



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This cheesy pasta dish is comforting, hearty, delicious and-surprise!-meatless. Filling whole grains, low-fat protein and a touch of heat make this recipe a keeper! Serve with a salad and crusty bread. -Janet Elrod, Newnan, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, oregano, rosemary, pepper flakes and pepper. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Drain penne; add to sauce. Stir in cottage cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella and all of the ricotta. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella., Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

FOUR-CHEESE CHICKEN ALFREDO CASSEROLE



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Combine creamy Alfredo sauce and grated Parmesan to make a terrific baked chicken alfredo casserole. It only takes 15 minutes to put together Four-Cheese Chicken Alfredo Casserole.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Sauces & Condiments

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups milk
1 cup CLASSICO Four Cheese Alfredo Pasta Sauce
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 tsp. parsley flakes
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated fettuccine, uncooked
5 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/4 lb.)
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Bring milk and Alfredo sauce just to boil in large saucepan on medium heat, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mix Parmesan, parsley and garlic powder until blended.
  • Separate fettuccine noodles. Add to sauce; stir to evenly coat. Transfer to 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with chicken, Parmesan mixture and mozzarella.
  • Bake 30 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 33 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. For this recipe, a short pasta like penne or rotini is best. The sauce will cling to the pasta better and the dish will be easier to eat.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. If you can, use fresh chicken, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar or a Parmesan cheese will work well.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce. The sauce is what makes this dish so delicious. Be sure to use plenty of sauce so that every bite is flavorful.

Conclusion:

This four-cheese and chicken baked pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor. The chicken adds a protein boost, and the vegetables provide some healthy nutrients. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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