Best 5 Cheesy Chicken And Bacon No Boil Pasta Bake Recipes

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**Cheesy Chicken and Bacon No-Boil Pasta Bake: A Flavorful and Convenient One-Pot Meal**

Craving a hearty and comforting meal without the hassle of boiling pasta? Look no further than this Cheesy Chicken and Bacon No-Boil Pasta Bake. This mouthwatering dish combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and an array of flavorful ingredients, all enveloped in a rich and creamy cheese sauce. The no-boil pasta cooks conveniently in the oven, making this recipe a breeze to prepare. You'll also find variations to suit your preferences, including a creamy pesto sauce option and a vegetarian version featuring roasted vegetables. Get ready to indulge in a delicious and effortless pasta bake that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY PASTA BAKE WITH CHICKEN AND BACON RECIPE



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Cheesy Pasta Bake With Chicken And Bacon - a family favourite (and it makes great leftovers too!).

Provided by Nicky Corbishley

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

400 g dried pasta shapes ((I used rigatoni))
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3 large chicken breasts (cut into bitesize chunks)
1 large onion (peeled and chopped)
1 red bell pepper (de-seeded and chopped)
1 yellow bell pepper (de-seeded and chopped)
pinch of salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
1 tbsp tomato puree
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
800 g tinned chopped tomatoes
120 ml double (heavy) cream
100 g fresh baby spinach
6 rashers cooked bacon (chopped)
100 g strong cheddar cheese (grated)
100 g mozzarella (grated)
Small bunch parsley (roughly torn)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 190c/375f. Boil a large pan of water and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than recommended on the pack. Drain.
  • Whilst the pasta is cooking, heat the oil on a medium heat, in a large frying pan. Add the chicken, and cook until just sealed - about 5 minutes.
  • Add the onion and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened.
  • Add the chopped peppers, salt, pepper, garlic, tomato puree, oregano and thyme. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the tinned tomatoes and cream, bring to a gentle bubble, then add the pasta, spinach and cooked bacon. Stir everything together, then transfer to a large baking dish.
  • Top with the cheddar and mozzarella, and place in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown.
  • Take out of the oven and top with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 637 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKE UP THIS 1-PAN CHICKEN BACON CASSEROLE TONIGHT!



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Nobody wants to spend their evening waiting for a huge pot of water to boil. Luckily, this unique pasta recipe cooks entirely in the oven, saving precious time

Provided by Leo Danzig

Categories     Main Dishes, Pasta

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken in half
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces, softened
6 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 cup Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread spaghetti evenly in dish; set aside.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes, turning once, until browned. Reduce heat to medium. Add broth and cream cheese; heat to simmering. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to break up cream cheese pieces, until combined. (Mixture may appear grainy but will become smooth during baking.)
  • Pour chicken mixture over spaghetti in baking dish; stir. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until spaghetti is soft and chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • In medium bowl, mix bacon, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and melted butter. Stir spaghetti mixture; sprinkle with topping. Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until crumbs are golden brown and cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 per serving

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BACON NO-BOIL PASTA BAKE



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Why boil pasta when you can just cover it in yummy sauce and cook it in the oven? This cheesy chicken and bacon pasta bake is quick, easy and delicious!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb uncooked spaghetti, broken in half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
8 oz cream cheese, cut in 1-inch pieces, softened
6 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Spread spaghetti evenly in dish; set aside.
  • Sprinkle salt over chicken. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes, turning once, until browned. Add broth and cream cheese. Reduce heat to medium; heat to simmering. Stir constantly 1 to 2 minutes, breaking up cream cheese pieces, until combined. Mixture may appear grainy but will become smooth during baking.
  • Pour chicken mixture over pasta in dish; stir. Cover tightly with foil. Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until noodles are soft and inside of chicken is no longer pink. Stir mixture.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix bacon, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over baked pasta mixture. Bake 8 to 10 minutes longer or until bread crumbs are golden brown and cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1390 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

ITALIAN - CHEESY BACON / CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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This is a recipe I threw together out of ingredients I wanted to use up in my pantry. If I must say so it was fantastic. The family loved it. Whats not to love with the use of bacon?...that is what set this dish off...I placed it on the top to bake, so as to stay crunchy. You may add it into the casserole if that's what you...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb 16 ounce pasta of your choice
1 lb bacon, cooked crisp
5 - 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed and cooked
1 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 c onion
4 clove garlic, minced
2 ( 14.5 ounce ) cans diced tomatoes with garlic, basil and oregano
4 c mozzarella cheese, divided
2 c heavy whipping cream
oregano, dried
salt and pepper to season chicken

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray, set aside. Cook and drain your pasta. Set aside.
  • 2. In a large skillet fry your bacon crisp, remove to a paper towel to drain.
  • 3. Save about 4 tablespoons of bacon grease, and brown your seasoned chicken in the same skillet till juices no longer run pink.
  • 4. In another large skillet or you can use the same one as chicken, once removed. Brown your onions and garlic with the olive oil. Till tender.
  • 5. Next, add your tomatoes and cream, bring to a slow boil for 3 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes until begins to thicken some. Stir in the cream cheese and half the mozzarella cheese until thoroughly blended. Add the chicken to the sauce.
  • 6. In the dutch oven I boiled my pasta in; add the pan of sauce to the pasta, and stir till evenly coated. Spread the pasta into the baking dish. sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Then top cheese with oregano. And finally top with bacon.
  • 7. Place the dish into the oven, and bake for approx 40 - 45 minutes or until bubbly. I then placed under a broiler to brown a bit more ( do not have to ). Let the pasta set for 5 minutes before serving. I served the pasta with buttered Vienna bread. Enjoy!

CHEESY BACON PENNE



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This satisfying classic gets its flair by mixing in two of the best foods around: bacon and garlic!-Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in flour and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 2 cups of cheese until melted. Remove from the heat. , Drain pasta; add pasta and 1/3 cup bacon to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon. , Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 24g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to cook the chicken and bacon together. This will save time and ensure that the chicken is cooked evenly.
  • If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the chicken and bacon in batches.
  • Be sure to cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the sauce. This will create a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Serve the dish immediately, while the pasta is still hot and the cheese is melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

This cheesy chicken and bacon no-boil pasta bake is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and bacon. The dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this cheesy chicken and bacon no-boil pasta bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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