# Chicken Pasta Casserole

Easy to throw together and transport for the working fellow. High in protein!

- ⏲️ Prep time: 5 min
- 🍳Cook time: 35 min
- 🍽️ Servings: 4-6

## Ingredients

- 16oz (450g) macaroni (elbow, penne)
- 24oz (700g) raw chicken breast, diced
- 9oz (250g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1.5oz (40g) parmesan cheese, grated
- 1.5oz (40g) bread crumbs
- 16oz (450g) diced tomatoes
- Some oil and butter
- (Optional) More mozzarella and parmesan for fans of cheese.

## Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400F/200C.
2. Dice chicken and pan cook with oil until fully cooked.
3. Boil water and add pasta. Cook for a few minutes less than usual (about 7-8 minutes).
4. Add chicken and pasta into a casserole dish. Mix together. Add diced tomato and shredded mozzarella cheese and keep mixing. Top with parmesan cheese and bread crumbs for an even coat. Add about a spoonful of butter evenly on the top.
5. Cook in the oven for 22-25 minutes, until the top looks golden.

## Contribution

- Miika Nissi - [website](https://miikanissi.com)