Article: Quick Baked Pasta Dinner | Cast Iron Recipes
Quick Baked Pasta Dinner | Cast Iron Recipes
This baked pasta dish layers fusilli pasta, savory Italian sausage, grilled chicken, and a rich tomato sauce, all topped with a blend of cheeses for a bubbly, golden finish. With the perfect balance of hearty proteins and cheesy goodness, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
Quick Baked Pasta Dinner
Big Poppa
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Category
Dinner, Pasta Dish
Cuisine
Italian-American
Servings
6
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Looking for a cozy and satisfying dinner that’s easy to make? This Quick Baked Pasta Dinner combines hearty Italian flavors with a cheesy, golden-brown finish. Featuring Big Poppa’s Competition Stash for a flavorful twist, this recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or impressing guests.
Ingredients
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12 oz fusilli pasta (cooked al dente)
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1 lb sautéed Italian sausage
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1 cup sautéed mushrooms
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1 cup grilled chicken, seasoned with Big Poppa’s Competition Stash
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1/2 cup sautéed onions
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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28 oz Cento canned tomatoes
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1 cup shredded mozzarella
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1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup Quattro Formaggi cheese blend
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1/2 cup ricotta cheese
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2 tbsp pesto
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Big Poppa's Little Louie's Garlic Pepper Seasoning
Directions
Blend the Cento canned tomatoes with Big Poppa's Little Louie's Garlic Pepper Seasoning, basil, and oregano. Heat the sauce in a pan over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring in sautéed mushrooms, onions, garlic, sausage, and grilled chicken.
Remove the sauce from heat and mix in dollops of pesto and ricotta cheese. Add the cooked fusilli pasta and stir until well coated.
Transfer the mixture to a cast iron skillet or baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella, Quattro Formaggi, and Parmesan cheese.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pasta for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, serve, and enjoy!
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