Zesty Balsamic Chicken Penne Bake
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

A family-friendly Italian-inspired baked pasta dish featuring juicy balsamic chicken, tender penne, and a creamy veggie-packed sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- 2
In a bowl, toss the cubed chicken with the balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Let marinate for 15 minutes.


