Chicken and Vegetable Pasta Bake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux.

4. 4

   Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens.

5. 5

   In a separate pan, cook the chicken breast until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

6. 6

   In the same pan, add the chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.

7. 7

   Add the peas and cooked chicken to the vegetable mixture. Stir to combine.

8. 8

   Combine the cooked spaghetti, chicken and vegetable mixture, and the sauce in a large baking dish. Mix well.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top of the pasta mixture.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.