This warm and creamy dish combines pasta and chicken in a crunchy toasted bread bowl, making it a fun and easy meal for sharing.
Servings 6servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
3piecesChicken breasts, cut into cubes
1poundPasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
6piecesKaiser rolls (or more if needed)
1jarAlfredo sauce (about 15 oz)
1/2cupUnsalted butter, melted
3-4teaspoonsGarlic and herb seasoning
1/2cupShredded parmesan cheese
1tablespoonOlive oil
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Method
Preparation
Season the chicken cubes with garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, until cooked through.
Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain well.
Slice tops off kaiser rolls and hollow out the centers gently to create bowls.
Combine melted butter with garlic and herb seasoning. Brush inside and edges of the bread bowls.
Bake bowls at 375°F (190°C) for 4-5 minutes until lightly toasted.
Add drained pasta and alfredo sauce to the chicken. Stir to combine well.
Fill toasted bread bowls with the chicken alfredo mixture. Top with shredded parmesan.
Return filled bowls to the oven for 4-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is crispy.
Serving
Serve the bread bowls hot from the oven, optionally topped with parsley or red pepper flakes.
Cool the filled bowls to room temperature before storing. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Avoid overcooking the pasta; al dente holds up better. For a shortcut, consider using rotisserie chicken.