YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Baked Creamy Cheesy Chicken and Chickpea Pasta
Enjoy a comforting dish that brings together tender baked chicken, hearty whole wheat pasta, and protein-packed chickpeas tossed in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Light cream cheese and part-skim mozzarella melt beautifully over the dish, while a medley of herbs and spices adds a warm, savory finish.
INGREDIENTS
4 ounces Chicken Breast
1/2 cup Whole Wheat Pasta (cooked)
1/4 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
2 tbsp Light Cream Cheese
2 tbsp Part-Skim Mozzarella Shredded
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Dried Basil
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil.
Sear the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes per side to develop a slight crust.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked whole wheat pasta and chickpeas.
Mix in the light cream cheese and half of the shredded mozzarella to create a creamy base. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Place the seared chicken atop the pasta mixture in a baking dish.
Spread any remaining creamy mixture over the chicken and pasta, then sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.