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    Home » What We're Eating » Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta

    Published: Aug 11, 2017 by Blair Lonergan

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    A collage image of a chicken Caesar Pasta bake

    Easy dinner alert! There's no need to even boil the pasta for this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta! With spinach, roasted red peppers, and plenty of garlic, this creamy chicken casserole is a flavorful one dish meal that only requires about 10 minutes of prep.

    A side shot of a chicken caesar pasta bake in a white dish

    Well, friends...I'm in the final countdown for Back-to-School around here. It's hard to believe, but since my boys finished school in the middle of May, they're already gearing up for the start of the new year on Tuesday!!! You know what that means?

    A close up of chicken Caesar pasta bake

    It means that we're back to the routine of homework, packed lunches, carpools, and multiple sports practices.

    It means that I'll struggle even more than usual to get the entire family together around the dinner table each night, and it means that I'll be challenged to prep homemade meals amidst all of the juggling.

    Chicken Caesar Pasta bake in a white casserole dish

    This Chicken Caesar Pasta Is Perfect For Busy Weeknights!

    And that's where this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta comes in. Because while I know that we won't eat an elaborate 3-course supper every single night, I can at least aim for a few quality meals over the course of a given week.

    The rest of the time we'll make do with leftovers, pizza, sandwiches...and even cereal!

    So while it can be tough to cook at home when I'm also trying to supervise math worksheets, reading logs, and play dates, a family dinner is important enough to me that I make the effort.

    The quality time together, even over a simple one dish meal, is a valuable way to come together at the end of the day -- and it doesn't require fancy food!

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta in a white dish

    With a few simple, quick-prep, family-friendly recipes like this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta up my sleeve, I feel armed and ready to conquer yet another chaotic school year.

    This is one of those awesome meals that everyone loves, and best of all? The pasta, veggies and chicken are all included in one dish (no sides necessary)!

    Cooking Just for Two?

    This is a very easy dish to modify for a smaller family. Just cut all of the ingredients in half and prepare one smaller casserole in an 8-inch square baking dish. Cooking process and time will remain the same.

    More Chicken Pasta Recipes;

    • Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad
    • Dump and Bake Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta
    • Dump and Bake Chicken Florentine Pasta
    • Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad
    A side shot of a chicken Caesar pasta
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    5 from 2 votes

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta

    There's no need to even boil the pasta for this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Caesar Pasta! With spinach, roasted red peppers, and plenty of garlic, this creamy casserole is a flavorful one dish meal!
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Italian
    Keyword Chicken Caesar, Chicken Pasta Bake
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 501kcal
    Author The Seasoned Mom

    Ingredients

    • 1 16 ounce package uncooked rotini pasta
    • 1 22 ounce jar Alfredo sauce (2 ½ cups)
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cup Caesar salad dressing I used Newman's Own Creamy Caesar
    • 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken or other diced cooked chicken
    • 1 cup chopped roasted red peppers drained
    • 1 9 or 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
    • Optional: Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped herbs for garnish

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425F (220C). Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
    • In the prepared dish (or in a separate bowl), stir together uncooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, chicken stock, Caesar dressing, chicken, roasted red peppers, spinach, and garlic. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
    • Uncover; stir. At this point you should check the pasta to make sure that it is al dente (firm but just about finished cooking). If it’s still too hard, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is al dente. Then move on to the next step.
    • Sprinkle mozzarella over the top. Bake uncovered for 10 more minutes (or until cheese is melted and pasta is tender).
    • Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan or fresh chopped herbs, if desired.

    Notes

    Cooking Just for Two? This is a very easy dish to modify for a smaller family. Just cut all of the ingredients in half and prepare one smaller casserole in an 8-inch square baking dish. Cooking process and time will remain the same.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/8 of the recipe | Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24.6g | Saturated Fat: 17.8g | Cholesterol: 46.5mg | Sodium: 1143mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g
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    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      August 11, 2017 at 7:31 am

      You make the best dump and bake dishes, Blair! My husband is a huge fan of chicken caesar anything, so I know he would love this. Sounds like such a delicious meal...love those flavors!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 11, 2017 at 8:17 am

        Thanks, Gayle! My boys love Caesar everything, too, so this was a very popular dish!

        Reply
    2. Paula K

      August 11, 2017 at 8:30 pm

      Blair this sounds absolutely amazing! We always have friends over on Sundays for dinner and they love when I try a new recipe, so this will be it this Sunday. Now all I have to figure out is what is for dessert.

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 5:16 am

        That's perfect, Paula! It's definitely a crowd-pleaser!

        Personally, I think you can never go wrong with brownies and/or ice cream for dessert! Do you have a fire pit? We're doing s'mores at the fire pit this weekend for dessert, so that's always a fun summer option!

        Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 5:16 am

        That's perfect, Paula! It's definitely a crowd-pleaser!

        Personally, I think you can never go wrong with brownies and/or ice cream for dessert! Do you have a fire pit? We're doing s'mores at the fire pit this weekend for dessert, so that's always a fun summer option!

        Reply
    3. Karly

      August 11, 2017 at 10:08 pm

      Heck. Yes. A dump dinner has never looked or sounded better! This is the perfect recipe to have on hand for those super busy days!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 5:17 am

        Exactly!!! Thanks, Karly! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Janelle

      August 11, 2017 at 10:47 pm

      Hi Blair. I prefer fresh spinach to frozen. Wondering if you think fresh spinach would work in this recipe?

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 5:17 am

        Hi, Janelle! Absolutely! You can just add a few handfuls of fresh baby spinach into the dish and eyeball how much you like. You can't screw it up. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Kristy from Southern In Law

      August 12, 2017 at 5:21 am

      Ooooh! This looks so good! I don't think I've ever used Caesar flavours in a hot dish!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 12:28 pm

        Oh, I hope that you'll try it! It's a keeper!

        Reply
    6. Lorraine Condon

      August 12, 2017 at 11:49 am

      Blair I just love all your recipes and this will be no exception. I also enjoy the photos and stories about what you and the family did over the weekend or on a trip. I don't know how you get so much done. Your amazing!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 12, 2017 at 12:29 pm

        Hi, Lorraine! Thank you so much for your kind note! I'm thrilled that you enjoy the recipes, and I appreciate your support! Have a great weekend. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Emily

      October 04, 2018 at 6:18 am

      5 stars
      This sounds so comforting and delicious, I love a good pasta bake!

      Reply
    8. Tanya

      June 28, 2021 at 10:26 am

      5 stars
      This is the best meal I have ever made! Thank you SO MUCH for this wonderful and easy recipe!

      Reply
      • Blair

        June 28, 2021 at 12:26 pm

        Oh, good! I'm so glad that you enjoyed it, Tanya!

        Reply

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