🍴 Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Bake 🧀

A Comforting Dish Perfect for Busy Weeknights!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound rotini pasta, cooked and drained (save 1 cup of cooking water for casserole)
- 2 15 ounce jars Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup garlic Parmesan sauce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish, optional

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 375F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic Parmesan sauce, half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well, adding about ½ cup pasta water to achieve a saucy consistency.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
4. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. For a golden, crispy top, remove the foil and broil for 2-3 minutes, keeping a close watch to prevent burning.
7. Allow cooling for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped parsley if using, before serving.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 421 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 15g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For an extra flavor boost, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of Italian seasoning to the pasta mixture.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and make a delicious reheated lunch.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes | Serving: 8

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