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Baked Ziti Alfredo with Cajun Chicken

Cost $20, save $30

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 55 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta and Sauce

    • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
    • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 🥛 1 ½ cups whole milk
    • 🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 🧀 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Vegetables

    • 1 large green bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 🧅 1 large onion, chopped
    • 🍅 6 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided

  • Protein

    • 🍗 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Seasoning and Oil

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • 🧂 Salt and ground black pepper to taste
    • 🧈 2 tablespoons butter

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook ziti in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.

3

While ziti is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add chicken, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Sauté until chicken is cooked through and beginning to caramelize, about 10 minutes.

4

Add bell peppers, onion, and half of the garlic; cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

5

Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add flour; cook and stir for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Adjust thickness with more Parmesan or milk as needed.

6

Add cooked ziti to chicken mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a deep casserole dish. Pour cheese sauce over pasta mixture and top with mozzarella cheese.

7

Bake in the oven until the top is golden and bubbly, about 15 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

484

Calories

  • 32g
    Protein
  • 53g
    Carbs
  • 15g
    Fats

💡 Tips

Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer flavor.For a spicier dish, add extra Cajun seasoning or a pinch of chili flakes.Serve with a side salad to add freshness and balance the richness of the dish.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.