A creamy, cheesy, and comforting pasta bake made with juicy rotisserie chicken — perfect for easy weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals the whole family will love.
Origin Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake
Blending Italian-American pasta bakes with the convenience of store-bought rotisserie chicken, this dish is a modern comfort food staple.
What I Love About This Recipe
It’s rich, satisfying, and comes together with minimal effort. Rotisserie chicken adds flavor and saves time — all you do is mix, bake, and enjoy.
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Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake
Course: Recipes4
servings30
minutes40
minutes433
kcalIngredients
3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work well)
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups marinara or Alfredo sauce (your choice)
½ cup sour cream or cream cheese (optional for creaminess)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, sauce, sour cream or cream cheese (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Transfer to baking dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Use Alfredo for a creamier bake or marinara for a tomato-based version.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Can be assembled ahead and baked later — just increase bake time slightly if chilled.
