Description
A cozy and creamy pasta bake featuring the delicious combination of brie cheese and dried cranberries, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind on
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup milk or half and half
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko or crushed crackers (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter in a pan, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add milk or half and half, warming gently.
- Incorporate chunks of brie cheese until melted and creamy.
- Mix the cooked pasta, chicken, dried cranberries, and sauce together; season with salt and pepper.
- Add spinach if desired.
- Pour into a baking dish, top with extra brie pieces and optional panko.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate for up to a day; add extra bake time if starting cold. Adjust salt to taste based on the saltiness of the brie and cranberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American