Chicken and Ham Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Chicken and Ham Pasta Bake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 8 ounces mini farfalle pasta (Alternatively use bow ties or similar pasta); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 pound chicken breasts or chicken tenders (cut into small pieces); 4 to 6 ounces ham (diced); 1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning (or seasoned salt); 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk or part chicken broth; 1 can (approx. 15 ounces) artichokes (drained and coarsely chopped); 2 to 3 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese (about 1 cup, divided); 8 ounces shredded mild or sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 cups, divided); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon butter (melted)

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 40 mins

Baking Time: 25 mins

Total: 80 mins

Servings: 8 servings

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Ham, cheeses, and artichokes add flavor and interest to this hearty chicken and pasta casserole. Use bow ties, rotini, or macaroni in this tasty dish. Serve this pasta bake with crusty rolls or French bread for a delicious family meal.

8 ounces mini farfalle pasta, alternatively use bow ties or similar pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 pound chicken breasts, or chicken tenders, cut into small pieces
4 to 6 ounces ham, diced
1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning, or seasoned salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk, or a mix of milk and chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can artichokes, drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Heat oven to 350 F.
Grease a 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish.
Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain in a colander and rinse with hot water. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery until onion is just tender. Add chicken and diced ham and Creole seasoning. Sauté, stirring, until chicken is cooked through. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth and bubbly. Gradually stir in the milk and continue cooking, stirring, until thickened.
Stir in the artichokes, about half of the Parmesan cheese, and 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar cheese. Stir in parsley, if using. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the chicken and ham mixture, then combine with the drained pasta.
Spoon the pasta mixture into the baking dish. Top with the remaining Parmesan and cheddar cheeses.
Combine the breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon melted butter; toss to blend well. Sprinkle the crumbs over the top.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden-brown and bubbly. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
635	Calories
36g	Fat
31g	Carbs
47g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8
Amount per serving
Calories	635
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36g	47%
Saturated Fat 19g	93%
Cholesterol 145mg	48%
Sodium 1226mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 5g	17%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 47g
Vitamin C 7mg	33%
Calcium 654mg	50%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 642mg	14%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.