Baked Creamy Chicken Pasta

What you'll need

• 1 lbpenne pasta
• 2 cupscooked diced chicken breast
• 3 tablespoonsbutter
• 3 tablespoonsflour
• 2.5 cupsmilk
• 1.5 cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cupgrated parmesan cheese
• to taste salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning

Let's cook

1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and cook the pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente; drain.
2. 2Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in the flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
3. 3Gradually whisk in the milk, then bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.
4. 4Stir in half the mozzarella, the parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
5. 5Toss the pasta and chicken with the sauce, then transfer to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella.
6. 6Bake for 18-20 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.