Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake

Name: Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded; 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli); 2 tbsp olive oil or butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cups baby spinach (optional); 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables; 2 cups heavy cream or milk; 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar; ½ cup grated Parmesan; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)

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A comforting, creamy, and cheesy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake is the perfect way to use up leftover chicken and create a hearty meal that the whole family will love. With tender pasta, savory chicken, and a luscious sauce baked to golden perfection, it’s a weeknight dinner hero.

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Origin Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake What I Love About This Recipe Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake Ingredients Directions Notes

Origin Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake

Pasta bakes have roots in Italian-American kitchens where casseroles became a staple, especially for family gatherings. The use of rotisserie chicken adds a modern, convenient twist, allowing home cooks to save time while still delivering big flavor. It blends the rustic charm of baked pasta with the ease of pre-cooked chicken.

What I Love About This Recipe

The flavors come together so effortlessly with minimal prep.
It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken or store-bought rotisserie meat.
The creamy cheese sauce perfectly coats every bite of pasta.
It’s a dish that can be customized with your favorite veggies or spices.
Leftovers taste even better the next day—perfect for meal prep!

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Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake

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Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
2 cups baby spinach (optional)
1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables
2 cups heavy cream or milk
1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar
½ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add in spinach (if using) and cook until wilted. Stir in cooked chicken and vegetables.
Pour in cream or milk and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Stir in mozzarella and half the Parmesan until melted and creamy.
Combine sauce with cooked pasta and mix well. Transfer to baking dish.
Top with remaining Parmesan and breadcrumbs if using.
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.