Chicken Rotini Stovetop Casserole

Chicken Rotini Stovetop Casserole

Rotini pasta tossed with chicken, bell pepper, and a creamy herb sauce — all prepared on the stovetop! This is a very quick and easy recipe. You can improvise and adapt to your family’s tastes, and serve it for any occasion.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package rotini pasta
  • 2 cups half-and-half cream
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh chives
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cubed
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain and set aside.

Step 2
Combine half-and-half and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Boil gently, stirring, until mixture has reduced to 1 1/2 to 1 2/3 cups. Remove pan from heat; whisk in cheese, basil, oregano, chives, and parsley. Cover and set aside.

Step 3
Saut? chicken in a large skillet until lightly browned on both sides. Stir in bell peppers and cook until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink in the middle.

Step 4
Combine hot cooked pasta, chicken mixture, and sauce in a casserole dish. Mix well and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

468
Calories
30g
Fat
22g
Carbs
27g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 468
% Daily Value *
Total Fat30g 39%
Saturated Fat18g 90%
Cholesterol126mg 42%
Sodium326mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate22g 8%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein27g
Vitamin C24mg 122%
Calcium202mg 16%
Iron1mg 5%
Potassium306mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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