Chicken Pasta Bake

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 190C/ 375F

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Add pasta and cook per packet directions MINUS 1 minute, drain.

Step 3

In a large frying pan, or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.  Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. Then add the garlic and capsicum (bell pepper) and gently saute until onion is translucent (around 3 mins.) Add the tomato paste and dried oregano and stir for a further minute.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes and chicken stock and bring to a gentle bubble. Then stir in the double cream. Add the spinach and continue to stir until the spinach has wilted. Taste and season accordingly. (do not season for babies and young children)

Step 5

Add the chicken, cooked pasta and peas. Gently stir to combine and then transfer to a large baking dish.

Step 6

Top with the grated mozzarella and cheddar. Place in the oven for 20-25 minutes. The dish should be hot throughout and the cheese golden and bubbly.