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Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Casserole

Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Casserole

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 16 oz penne pasta
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
Sauce Base
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Cheeses and Topping
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large pot
  • whisk
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • oven
  • mixing bowl

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
  2. Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Slowly pour in the milk, chicken broth, and heavy cream while whisking constantly until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Fold in the drained pasta and shredded chicken until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly around the edges and the topping is golden brown. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.