When you’re after a dish that’s equal parts delicious and convenient, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta Bake is your go-to recipe. With just one dish and minimal prep, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a household favourite. Perfectly cooked protein pasta, tender chicken, and a creamy, cheesy sauce all come together with minimal fuss and maximum flavour.
Packed with 60g of protein per serve, it’s the perfect meal to keep you full and fuelled while still enjoying the foods you love. At equ, we’re all about showing you how easy it is to create meals that support your goals without compromising on flavour.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- 75g Protein Penne Pasta (weighed dry)
- 125mL Chicken Bone Broth
- 30g Sundried Tomatoes
- 20g Brown Onion
- 2g Italian Herb Mix
- 2g Garlic Powder
- 2g Onion Powder
- 30g Spinach
- 70g BBQ Chicken (no skin or stuffing)
- 15g Bacon Pieces
- 30g Light Cream Cheese
- 30g Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Method
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 200°C.
- Assemble the dish: In a small oven-safe baking dish, combine the pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, diced onion, Italian herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, spinach, bacon and chicken. Pour the chicken bone broth over the mixture and scatter the cream cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Cover the dish tightly with foil to lock in the moisture and bake for 30 minutes. This allows the pasta to cook perfectly while absorbing all the flavours.
- Finish and serve: Remove the foil, stir to incorporate the melted cream cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 607 | Protein: 60g | Fat: 18g | Carbohydrates: 49g | Fibre: 10g
This one-dish wonder is a simple, protein-packed recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavour. Enjoy it as part of your meal plan and see how easy it is to stay on track with equ.