Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) of chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded
- 8 oz (225g) of pasta (penne, rotini, or macaroni works well)
- 1 cup of honey BBQ sauce
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese
- 1 cup of cream or whole milk for a richer sauce
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cooked, shredded chicken and toss with honey BBQ sauce. Heat until warmed through and well coated.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, BBQ chicken, cheeses, and cream. Mix thoroughly to blend flavors evenly.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and refrigerate if making ahead.
- When ready to serve, bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- You can substitute different pasta shapes such as penne, rotini, or gluten-free options.
- This dish can be assembled in advance and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Use cooked, shredded chicken for convenience; leftover grilled chicken works great too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg