Chicken Meatball Pasta Casserole
MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS
Filling and flavorful, the whole family will go crazy for this casserole.
1 pound ground chicken
¼ cup plus 3 tablespoons minced shallot, divided
7 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
4 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (24-ounce) jar tomato basil pasta sauce
1 cup half-and-half
1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated spinach tortellini pasta
8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cubed
1 (6-ounce) package fresh baby spinach, torn
¼ cup unsalted butter
3 cups French bread cubes (1 inch)
Preheat oven to 425°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Lightly spray a 3-quart baking dish or a 13x9-inch baking dish with
