Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole

Name: Skillet Caprese Chicken Casserole
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole-wheat penne or rotini; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; ½ cup chopped fresh basil, divided; 2 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup reduced-fat milk; ½ cup reduced-fat sour cream; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground pepper; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; Good-quality balsamic vinegar (optional)

3 Ratings
3 Reviews

This one-skillet dinner features the flavors of a summer caprese salad. Fresh tomatoes and basil are combined with chicken and pasta and cooked in a creamy sauce before being topped with a layer of melted mozzarella. A good-quality balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of fresh basil completes the dish.

Carolyn Casner

EatingWell.com, May 2021

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Recipe Summary

active:

30 mins

total:

40 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes and 1/4 cup basil in a large ovenproof skillet. Whisk broth, milk, sour cream, flour, onion powder, dry mustard, salt and pepper together in a measuring cup. Pour over the pasta mixture. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook, stirring twice, until the pasta is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 14 to 16 minutes.

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Step 2
Meanwhile, position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler to high. When the casserole is done, sprinkle cheese on top and broil until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 cup basil and a drizzle of vinegar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

about 1 cup

Per Serving:

354 calories; fat 10g; cholesterol 77mg; sodium 329mg; carbohydrates 38g; dietary fiber 5g; protein 31g; sugars 5g; niacin equivalents 9mg; saturated fat 5g; vitamin a iu 934IU; potassium 592mg.

3 Ratings

5 star values: 0
4 star values: 0
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 2

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EatingWell Member

06/22/2022

No go. Low flavor. Mozzarella adds no flavor and is high in fat and sodium. Use fresh onions and caramelize them. Fresh garlic added toward the end of the onion sauté will add flavor. Sautéed mushrooms add umami flavor depth as will roasted tomatoes and parmesan-style cheese. Maybe add some capers and a bit of their brine instead of salt.

Stick to traditional caprese as a cold salad celebrating fresh summer herbs and vegetables and casseroles to heartier winter-time fare.

Tj Martin

02/16/2022

I made a few tweaks and it turned out delicious. I added garlic and Italian seasoning. I also made a roux and added it to the pasta before adding the cheese. I will make it again.

Janet Genovese

01/23/2022

My husband who eats anything gave it a resounding thumbs down and I agree. Very bland and tasteless even with addition of vinegar

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