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Cheesy Southern Fried Chicken Pasta Bake

Cheesy Southern Fried Chicken Pasta Bake

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A comforting and indulgent pasta bake featuring crispy fried chicken, gooey cheese, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a budget-friendly dinner party or a family meal inspired by American Southern cuisine.
WeeknightClassic

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 150g Cheese grated
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • Chicken, to taste
  • Salt pepper, and paprika to taste
  • Pasta, to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 300g Pasta

Method

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  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika, then fry until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan, sauté until softened. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of sugar. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 180°C.
  5. In a large baking dish, layer half of the cooked pasta, followed by half of the tomato sauce mixture and half of the fried chicken. Repeat the layers, finishing with a generous sprinkle of grated cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy goodness!

Notes

This pasta bake can be customized with additional vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Feel free to add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.