Honey Garlic Chicken Casserole
A delicious one-dish meal combining chicken thighs, penne pasta, and a honey garlic sauce, baked to perfection for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 12 oz Penne pasta, dry
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 medium Green onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Neutral cooking oil, as needed For cooking chicken
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a splash of broth for a flavorful sauce.
- Toss the chicken thighs and cooked penne pasta in the honey garlic sauce until everything is well coated.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions for an extra crunch and freshness before serving.
- Continue baking as necessary until the center is hot and the edges are bubbling. Cover loosely with foil if the topping browns too quickly.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Keep the pasta slightly firm before baking and reserve some cheese for the topping. The sauce should coat the pasta generously, since noodles absorb more moisture in the oven. For easier assembly, prepare the components ahead and refrigerate promptly in covered containers.