Best 4 Healthy Chicken Pasta Bake Recipes

Seeking to savor a wholesome and delectable chicken pasta bake that nourishes your body and tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further! Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil a collection of mouthwatering recipes designed to provide a symphony of flavors and optimal nutrition. These carefully curated dishes, bursting with the goodness of protein-packed chicken, wholesome grains, and an array of vibrant vegetables, promise to elevate your dining experience while promoting overall well-being.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHY CHICKEN PASTA BAKE

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A delicious and wholesome, healthy dinner recipe that has under 500 calories per serving and will keep you full for hours. It takes just 30 minutes to make and is perfect for a nutritious week-night meal. It's family pleasing, creamy and perfect for making the most of any leftover veggies. Hope you enjoy it!

Provided by hello

Categories Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

200 g pasta, wholewheat
1 broccoli
2 chicken breasts
2 teaspoons ground almonds
2 teaspoons flax seeds
1 butternut squash
120 ml almond milk
120 ml vegetable broth
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
2 teaspoons paprika
1 coriander, fresh, garnish

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 190C/375°F.
Peel & chop the butternut squash into small chunks, then place in a pan of boiling water, leave over a medium/high heat for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile place the pasta and broccoli in another pan of boiling water, leave on a medium heat for 5-7 minutes. (The pasta should still be a little bit hard).
Once the butternut squash is soft - drain the water from the pan, then place the squash in a food processor along with the almond milk, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast and paprika. Blitz until a smooth and creamy sauce is reached.
Place the pasta, broccoli and chicken in your pasta dish, then pour the sauce over the top.
Sprinkle the ground almonds and flax seed on top, then bake for 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 37.1, Sodium 92.9, Carbohydrate 68.5, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 8.3, Protein 26.5

HEALTHIER CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY

Healthier Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, garlic, flour, chicken broth, skim milk, salt, pepper, spinach, whole grain penne pasta, parmesan cheese

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 chicken breasts, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup skim milk, or milk of choice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 cups spinach
2 cups whole grain penne pasta, cooked
¼ cup parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Heat the olive oil over a skillet and add chicken. Season with salt and pepper, and cook 5-8 minutes, or until no longer pink.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the garlic and sauté for one minute over medium heat.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and slowly add in the chicken stock.
Quickly stir to avoid lumps.
Add in the skim milk, stir ,and allow to reach a boil to thicken sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Once the sauce is thickened, add in the spinach and stir until wilted.
Remove from heat and add in the cooked penne, chicken, and parmesan. Stir to coat.
Top with fresh parmesan.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 7 grams

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

Ingredients

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

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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and tender chicken will make a big difference in the final dish.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breast is best when cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, texture, and flavor to the dish.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make chicken pasta bake. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or variations.
Serve the chicken pasta bake with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Chicken pasta bake is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a chicken pasta bake recipe that everyone will love.