CHICKEN & SPINACH FETTUCCINE BAKE

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This fettucine dish is baked with garlic bread on top. For quicker preparation, use a packet of garlic bread. But if you've a little more time, then you'll probably want to make your own, which gives you so much more choice of what bread you use, how much garlic you add to it and if you want to add other herbs as well. The recipe also has instructions for heating and re-serving. I've included the instructions for a single 10-cup capacity dish, but if you are wanting to freeze smaller quantities in several smaller dishes, remember to adjust the cooking times appropriately. I've adapted this recipe substantially from one I found in a recent issue of the Australian magazine 'New Idea'. I've also recently posted recipes for a Greek Lamb & Yoghurt Pasta Bake and a Lentil & Sausage Lasagne (also a baked dish), both adapted from the same source, and with the same detailed instructions for freezing the recipe.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 1 10-cup capacity dish, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

250 g fettuccine pasta
2 (250 g) frozen spinach
1 onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed (vary according to taste preferences)
50 g butter, chopped
500 g chicken strips, stir-fry strips
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons coarse grain mustard
2 (300 ml) containers light cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
200 g garlic bread

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a pan of boiling, salted water until al dente, and drain.
  • Mix the mustards and cream in a small bowl until they are well-combined.
  • Thaw and drain spinach, squeeze out moisture and chop coarsely.
  • Sauté the onion and garlic in butter over a medium heat until it has just softened but not browned; add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes or until it has changed colour and is clearly cooked through.
  • Add the mustards and cream mixture and increase the heat so that the mixture just comes to the boil; reduce the heat slightly and stir in the cheese and spinach, mixing until everything is well-combined.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
  • Stir in the pasta, and make sure that everything is well-combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into a large ovenproof - and if you are planning to freeze the dish also freezer-proof - 10-cup capacity dish.
  • Arrange garlic bread slices over the top and cook uncovered in a moderately hot oven (190°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
  • Stand for 5 minutes and serve.
  • TO FREEZE: Make the recipe to the end of step 8; cool for 15 minutes; cover tightly with plastic wrap; label and date; freeze for up to 2 months.
  • TO SERVE: Thaw pasta in its dish in the refrigerator; remove plastic wrap; cover tightly with foil; place on an oven tray; cook in a hot oven (200°C) for about 11/2 hours, or until hot; remove foil; arrange garlic bread slices over the top of the pasta and cook uncovered for a further 15 minutes or until the bread is golden brown; stand for 5 minutes and serve.

Neymar Samit
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was raw, the spinach was burnt, and the cheese sauce was curdled. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Khadijat Aliyu Masu
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The chicken was a bit bland and the cheese sauce was a little too thick. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Danish Ahmed
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This dish was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and tough, the spinach was limp, and the cheese sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


billy skales
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This recipe is a keeper! It's one of my favorite chicken and spinach dishes. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Seyal Yousufzai
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the cheese sauce is always smooth and creamy.


Adventure
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the spinach and cheese sauce were flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again!


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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out great. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always smooth and creamy.


Yajaki Joshua
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and tender, the spinach was vibrant and green, and the cheese sauce was rich and creamy. It was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Michelle Rosario
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I am so glad I tried this recipe. It's one of the best chicken and spinach dishes I've ever had. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Cyril Blount
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This dish is a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit. People love the combination of chicken, spinach, and cheese. It's a great dish to bring to a gathering.


Rajkumar Bhujel
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This recipe is a keeper! It's become a regular in my meal rotation. The chicken and spinach are always cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is always smooth and creamy. I love serving it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Awais Dayo
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow, and the ingredients are easy to find. The result is a delicious and comforting dish that the whole family will enjoy.


George B
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This recipe exceeded my expectations. The chicken was tender and juicy, the spinach was vibrant and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was rich and decadent. It was a delightful dish that I will definitely be making again.


Jocelyn Olivarez
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I'm a huge fan of chicken and spinach, so I was excited to try this recipe. It did not disappoint! The chicken was juicy, the spinach was tender, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of


Chaotic Chaos
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This dish was a breeze to make, and the result was впечатляющий (impressive). The chicken and spinach were cooked to perfection, and the cheese sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of garlic bread, and it was a meal fit for a king.


Graciela Solis
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I've tried many fettuccine recipes, but this one takes the cake. The chicken was succulent, the spinach was vibrant, and the cheese sauce was velvety smooth. It was a culinary masterpiece that left my taste buds dancing.


Ken k Nziokks
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This Chicken Spinach Fettuccine Bake was an absolute delight! The combination of tender chicken, creamy spinach, and rich cheese sauce was simply irresistible. The fettuccine cooked perfectly, soaking up all the delicious flavors. It was a hit with m