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4.8 from 24 votes

Chicken and Leek Pasta Bake

A good mid-week family meal that's easy to prepare and sure to be a hit with children.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
  • 4 small chicken breasts diced
  • 200 g / 7 oz pasta spirals
  • 2 leeks sliced
  • 25 g / 1oz Butter
  • 2 tbsp plain flour
  • 300 ml semi-skimmed milk
  • 140 g / 5oz extra mature cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp natural breadcrumbs
  • salt & pepper

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat the grill.
  2. Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan and fry the chicken for five minutes.
  3. Add the leeks and cook over a low heat for 10 minutes covered.
  4. Meanwhile cook the pasta according to instructions.
  5. Melt the butter in a small pan and stir in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute (a small whisk is useful).
  6. Gradually add the milk off the heat and then bring to the boil stirring until thickened.
  7. Add half the cheese and seasoning and stir until melted.
  8. Put the chicken and pasta in an oven proof serving dish and pour over the sauce.
  9. Sprinkle over the rest of the cheese and breadcrumbs and grill for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  10. Serve with a mixed salad.