Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

This dish brings together the classic flavors of chicken, pasta, BBQ sauce, and melted cheese into a satisfying and comforting meal.
Easy to cook and delicious Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.

Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, tangy BBQ sauce, and melted cheese. It is a popular baked pasta dish that is loved by both kids and adults. To make Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese, minced chicken is usually used. The chicken is combined with a generous amount of BBQ sauce, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, and other ingredients. Meanwhile, pasta, such as fusilli or penne, is boiled until al dente. Next, the marinated chicken need to be sauteed with chopped onions until fragrant and evenly cooked. Prepare the baking pan, first, place the fusilli or penne. And then put the sauteed chicken on top of it, topped with a layer of shredded/sliced cheese, such as cheddar and mozzarella. And don't forget to pour the milky cream. The dish is baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the flavors have melded together. The heat from the oven also helps to create a deliciously golden and slightly crispy topping. The result is a mouthwatering combination of tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich and cheesy BBQ sauce. The smoky and tangy notes of the BBQ sauce give the dish a delightful flavor profile. Here's a recipe for Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese that's easy to follow.

YIELDS 4 serving(s)
TOTAL TIME 75 minute(s)

Ingredients

  • 200g Fusilli pasta
  • 2-3 tbsp oil
  • 2 tsp butter
  • ½ onion, thinly sliced
  • 5-6 slices of cheddar cheese
  • 150g mozzarella cheese

Marinade Sauce

  • 325g minced chicken
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tbsp sweet sauce (kecap manis)
  • 3 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp coriander leaves

Milky Cream

  • 400 ml of milk
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp nutmeg powder
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Steps

1

Boil fusilli with 2-3 tbsp of oil until cooked.

Step 1 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
2

Mix all the Marinade Sauce (see the recipe above). Leave it for 15 minutes.

Step 2 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
3

Heat 2 tsp of butter and saute the marinade mixtures until cooked.

Step 3 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
4

Add chopped onion, then stir for about 1 minute, then turn off the heat.

Step 4 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
5

Prepare a baking pan and add ½ part of the fusilli.

Step 5 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
6

Add the sauteed chicken meat and flatten it, then put cheddar cheese slices on top.

Step 6 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
7

Add the remaining fusilli, then pour with the Milky Cream (see the recipe above).

Step 7 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
8

Add mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it with coriander leaves.

Step 8 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
9

Bake it in the oven at 180°C (top/bottom heating) for 25 minutes, then add another 5 minutes with top heat to create a golden and slightly crispy topping.

Step 9 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.
10

Take it out from the oven, let it cool for 15-20 minutes, then serve it with chili sauce.

Step 10 of cooking Baked Chicken Pasta with BBQ Sauce and Cheese.


Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

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