FOUR CHEESE AND CHICKEN BAKED PASTA

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Shredded rotisserie chicken makes this hearty, cheesy pasta bake a cinch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
One 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
One 15-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
2 large sprigs fresh basil
1 pound dried rigatoni
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed
1 1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated pecorino

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add both cans of tomatoes and 1 cup water. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat slightly, add the basil and simmer rapidly, uncovered, until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Discard the basil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the rigatoni in the salted boiling water until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package directions. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large bowl.
  • Add the tomato sauce, chicken, Asiago and Parmesan to the bowl and stir well to combine. Transfer the pasta to a 3- to 4-quart baking dish and top with the mozzarella and the pecorino. Bake, uncovered, until browned, about 15 minutes. Let the pasta stand about 10 minutes before serving.

sodkljah
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This recipe was a bit too bitter for my taste. The cheese sauce was very flavorful, but it was a bit too bitter for me. I think I would need to reduce the amount of mustard next time.


x20Bella20x
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This recipe was a bit too sour for my taste. The cheese sauce was very flavorful, but it was a bit too sour for me. I think I would need to reduce the amount of lemon juice next time.


Abara Shah
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. The cheese sauce was very flavorful, but it was a bit too sweet for me. I think I would need to reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Alik Prince
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. The cheese sauce was very flavorful, but it was a bit too salty for me. I think I would need to reduce the amount of salt next time.


Saood Jani
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. The cheese sauce was very flavorful, but it was a bit too hot for me. I think I would need to reduce the amount of chili flakes or cayenne pepper next time.


Brooke Murn
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This recipe was a bit challenging to make, but I'm glad I tried it. The cheese sauce was delicious, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The pasta was al dente, and the overall flavor of the dish was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe


Sachintha Banuka Maldeniyaarachchi
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it in the end. The cheese sauce was delicious, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The pasta was al dente, and the overall flavor of the dish was amazing. I would definitely recommend this reci


Henry Wright
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. The cheese sauce was very heavy, and the chicken was a bit greasy. I think I would need to lighten it up a bit by using a different type of cheese or by grilling the chicken instead of frying it.


Tartagliaispretty
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish turned out watery. The cheese sauce was not thick enough, and the pasta was overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I was disappointed with the results.


Abubakar Shafiq
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. The cheese sauce was not very flavorful, and the chicken was a bit dry. I think I would need to add more spices and herbs to make it more to my liking.


Kabir Bahadur
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I made this dish last night and it was a big hit with my family. The cheese sauce was creamy and delicious, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The pasta was al dente, and the overall flavor of the dish was amazing. I would definitely recommend thi


mason Sarver
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. I used penne pasta instead of macaroni, and it worked out great. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking


Nikita Brussouw
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I made this last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


TR Rahman
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I used a rotisserie chicken to save time, and it worked perfectly. The pasta was cooked al dente, and the cheese sauce was rich and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Elijah Adorno
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I'm not usually a fan of baked pasta, but this dish changed my mind. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Menhaj Sadi
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This baked pasta was a hit with my family! The combination of four cheeses and chicken was delicious and comforting. I especially loved the crispy Parmesan crust on top. Will definitely be making this again.