Kraft Creamy Chicken and Pasta Casserole
Experience comfort food at its finest with this Kraft Creamy Chicken and Pasta Casserole—a hearty, family-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Tender penne pasta is combined with juicy, seasoned chicken, sweet pops of peas, and a velvety homemade cheese sauce made with Kraft shredded cheddar and cream cheese for maximum creaminess. Topped with golden, crunchy breadcrumbs, this casserole offers the perfect balance of creamy and crispy textures in every bite. Ready in under an hour and serving up to six, this satisfying recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or looking for an irresistible bake-ahead meal, this chicken and pasta casserole checks all the boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Kraft shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup Frozen peas (thawed)
- 0.5 cup Bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on the outside and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded Kraft cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cheese sauce, and thawed peas. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.
In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3017 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.9 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.9 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 464 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 4902 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.5 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.4 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 2488 mg | 191% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2117 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
