Description
A comforting and delicious cheesy pasta bake perfect for snacks or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (any shape)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, corn, and carrots)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until well mixed.
- Add cooked pasta, shredded chicken (if using), and frozen mixed vegetables to the soup mixture. Stir gently until coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh parsley or chives, then serve.
Notes
Great served hot on its own or with a side salad. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pasta bake, comfort food, cheesy pasta, quick recipe, family meals