Nothing is more satisfying than a rich and creamy pasta dish after a long frustrating day, but the calories and fat in most traditional pasta dishes can truly kill your diet plans.
This lower fat and calorie version of Chicken Angel Hair Pasta Bake was introduced to me many years ago when I went to a ladies conference with church and a fellow member made it for our potluck lunch.
She said it was found in a cancer recovery cookbook that she was given. I have never located the book and have tweaked it various times until we got the flavor just right for our family but the base is similar to what she presented. We are sure your family will enjoy this yummy casserole too.
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Chicken Angel Hair Pasta Bake
Ingredients:
- 1 Pound Shredded Chicken (we prefer boneless skinless chicken breast but you can use thigh or leg quarters just make sure to remove fat and skin)
- 2 Cups Low Fat Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- ½ Package Angel Hair Pasta (approximately 8 oz) cooked until just soft – will finish cooking in oven
- 1/3 Cup Non Fat Sour Cream
- ¼ Cup Skim Milk
- ¼ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Dashes Hot Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning Blend (1/3 Tsp. Oregano, 1/3 Tsp. Thyme, 1/3 Tsp. Basil)
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Black Pepper as desired
Directions:
I like to boil up a big batch of chicken at the begging of the week. Shredded it up and store it and then it’s ready to go for recipes that night and for a couple of nights to follow.
Boiling chicken is super easy. You just toss it into a pot of water and let the pot reach boiling and continue cooking until your chicken is cooked through. This recipe is also a perfect way to use up leftover shredded chicken.
Get your oven ready, turning it on to 350°F. Prep your casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
I lovemy casserole dish, that I got years ago, the oval shape looks gorgeous and it is perfect for this recipe! Rachel Ray has a similar oval stoneware casserole pan with awesome bright colors to pick from.
Stoneware is awesome because it cooks really well and transfers beautifully from oven to table! I love thisRachael Ray 4.5-Quart Large Oval Stoneware Bakers, it’s so cute and adds a great pop of color to my kitchen table!
Now, it’s as easy as combining all of your ingredients, including your cooked and shredded chicken and your cooked and drained pasta into a large bowl.
Mix together all the ingredients so everything is well coated. Pour all into your casserole dish and bake for 35 minutes or until bubbling and browned around the edges!
Weight Watchers: Angel Hair Pasta Bake Recipe
Weight Watchers: Angel Hair Pasta and Chicken Bake
Easy weight watchers chicken and pasta bake recipe that tastes delicious! Makes 6 servings at 4 weight watcher points each.
Author: A Mom's Take
Recipe type: Dinner
Cuisine: Weight Watchers
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 Pound Cooked Shredded Chicken (we prefer boneless skinless chicken breast but you can use thigh or leg quarters just make sure to remove fat and skin)
- 2 Cups Low Fat Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- ½ Package Angel Hair Pasta (approximately 8ounces uncooked) cooked until just soft – will finish cooking in oven
- ⅓ Cup Non Fat Sour Cream
- ¼ Cup Skim Milk
- ¼ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Dashes Hot Sauce (Tabasco or similar)
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning Blend (1/3 Tsp. Oregano, ⅓ Tsp. Thyme, ⅓ Tsp. Basil)
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Black Pepper as desired
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Spray 9x13 casserole with non stick cooking spray
- In large bowl mix together all ingredients until pasta is coated and everything is well blended
- Pour into casserole
- Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until bubbling and browned around edges
This is a perfect meal to serve alongside a large side salad, your favorite green vegetable or mix in some frozen veggies and bake in the casserole too.
I often make double or triple batches of this and divide into aluminum baking pans and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. It makes a perfect freezer to oven meal that just has to cook for 15-20 minutes longer to heat through completely.
Makes 6 servings at 4 Weight Watchers Points each.
Here are some of our favorite Weight Watchers recipes:
Weight Watchers Chunky Crockpot Tomato Soup
Weight Watchers Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
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FAQs
While regular pasta cooks in about 8 to 10 minutes, angel hair pasta cooks in about 3 to 5 minutes. Angel hair pasta is similar to capellini pasta, but angel hair is actually a bit thinner. Both are best used with thinner, more delicate sauces according to the National Pasta Association.
How long to cook angel hair pasta? ›
Angel hair pasta is the best kind of pasta to use to get dinner on the table in a hurry. The noodles cook in just two minutes and this whole dish can be prepared in less than 10 minutes.
What's the best way to cook angel hair pasta? ›
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (3 minutes). Add the garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce. Stir, and cook for about 3-4 minutes, breaking tomatoes in the process. Drain the pasta.
How many calories in a bowl of chicken pasta bake? ›
A wonderfully comforting chicken pasta bake, this can be made ahead and will go down really well with the family. Each serving provides 532 kcal, 35g protein, 46g carbohydrates (of which 10g sugars), 22g fat (of which 11.5g saturates), 4.5g fibre and 0.9g salt.
Can you cook the carbs out of pasta? ›
Different types of pasta will vary in the amount of carbs as well as the way they are cooked, cooled, and stored. Cooking and leaving pasta to cool down reduces its carb content.
How many carbs are in a cup of cooked angel hair pasta? ›
Angel hair pasta, whole wheat, cooked in unsalted water (1 cup) contains 42.1g total carbs, 36.6g net carbs, 2.4g fat, 8.4g protein, and 209 calories.
How do Italians use angel hair pasta? ›
Capelli d'angelo has been popular in Italy since at least the 14th century and is known for its delicate, light texture. Its thinness best suits it for soups or dishes with light sauces, such as those made with seafood or vegetables.
Is angel hair pasta just thin spaghetti? ›
Although it resembles spaghetti – another long, thin pasta – angel hair is much finer. This delicate shape is best used with simple, light sauces and vegetables, such as pesto sauce or a primavera dish. Angel hair pasta can often pair well with light seafood ingredients, such as scallops.
Should you rinse angel hair pasta? ›
Pasta should never, ever be rinsed for a warm dish. The starch in the water is what helps the sauce adhere to your pasta. The only time you should ever rinse your pasta is when you are going to use it in a cold dish like a pasta salad or when you are not going to use it immediately.
Can you use any pasta sauce for pasta bake? ›
It's so easy and inexpensive to make your own, but if you're pushed for time, any shop-bought tomato-based pasta sauce will be fine. I will admit to using these quite regularly! Just check the ingredients list first – it should be short and all ingredients should be recognisable!
“It's my first time cooking baked ziti and when I took it out the oven, the top layer of pasta was a little hard/dry. Why?” It should be a little dry and crunchy. But if it is excessively hard, then the most likely cause is that it was cooked for too long or at too high a cooking temperature.
Why is my pasta bake so dry? ›
If there's too much pasta and not enough sauce, you can end up with a dry bake. It's best to follow the recommended amounts in the recipe for a pasta bake that's just right.
Does angel hair pasta cook faster? ›
Everything spaghetti can do, angel hair pasta can do faster. Which is part of why it's a pantry staple for me. Really, it's just spaghetti—except thinner, which means that it cooks in half the time (about six minutes).
Does angel hair pasta cook faster than spaghetti? ›
Angel hair, or cappellini, is the fastest dried long pasta to cook, oftentimes al dente in just three minutes. Spaghetti typically takes 8-10 minutes. Linguine is thicker and may take 10 or more minutes to cook. Fettuccine can also take 10 or more minutes.
What is the point of angel hair pasta? ›
Angel hair pasta is a long, thin noodle with a rounded shape. Although it resembles spaghetti – another long, thin pasta – angel hair is much finer. This delicate shape is best used with simple, light sauces and vegetables, such as pesto sauce or a primavera dish.
Can you overcook angel hair pasta? ›
The Best Ways To Cook Angel Hair Pasta
The first — and easiest — way is the traditional method of submerging the noodles in salted, boiling water and letting them cook. As mentioned earlier, be careful not to overcook them. When they are done, quickly transfer them into a bowl or pan so the noodles can be sauced.
