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Romano's Macaroni Grill Classic Italian Bake Braiser Recipe
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Romano’s Macaroni Grill Classic Italian Bake Braiser Recipe

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Classic Italian Bake Braiser is a hearty, oven-baked dish featuring tender chicken, savory Italian sausage, and penne pasta in a rich tomato-cream sauce, topped with bubbling mozzarella and Parmesan for the ultimate comforting Italian feast. Make our Romano’s Macaroni Grill Classic Italian Bake Braiser Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Classic Italian Bake Braiser will taste just like Romano’s Macaroni Grill.
Prep Time25 minutes
Active Time25 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Pasta Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: 12 Bones Smokehouse, Cheese, Chicken Recipe, Pasta, Pasta Dish, Pasta Sauce, Penne Pasta, Romano's Macaroni Grill
Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil + more if needed
  • 1 1/2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage sliced
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • One 28-ounce can Crushed Tomatoes
  • One 15-ounce can Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.
  • Place olive oil in a large oven-safe braiser or deep skillet. Place over medium-high heat.
  • When oil is hot and shimmering, add chicken pieces. Sear until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In same pan, add Italian sausage. Heat until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium, adding more olive oil if needed.
  • Add onions. Sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, basil, black pepper and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce and chicken broth. Stir to combine. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Stir in heavy cream.
  • Return chicken and sausage to pan.
  • Fold in cooked penne pasta.
  • Scatter evenly with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Transfer to preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Carefully remove from oven. Set aside and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
  • Serve hot.