Chicken Ziti Bake

Chicken Ziti Bake


1. Preheat the oven to 375º F.

2. Spray a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat. Add chicken and cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned, or about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.

3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring as needed, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, Italian seasoning and pepper; bring to a boil.

4. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring as needed, until the mixture is thickened slightly, 8 - 10 minutes.

5. Meanwhile, cook ziti according to package directions. Drain and mix with ricotta cheese.

6. Pour half of tomato mix into a 13x9" baking pan, layer with ziti mixture, chicken and remaining tomato mixture. Sprinkle with the cheeses.

7. Bake until hot and bubbling and cheese is melted, 15 - 20 minutes.

8. Suggestion -- if short on time, precooked chicken strips can be used and work just fine!

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