Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Use leftover chicken or pan fry it for a couple of minutes until done.

Step 2

Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

Step 3

Pour in the milk and cream in batches, then simmer, whisking constantly, until the sauce has just thickened. The sauce is ready when it coats the back of a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Remove from the heat and stir in parmesan. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted.

Step 6

In a large bowl combine pasta, and chicken and pour in the sauce. Combine and mix well until all the paste is nicely coated in the sauce mixture.

Step 7

Grease a baking dish (I used 8xlightly with oil or butter. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to the dish and top with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat with one more layer of pasta and cheese.

Step 8

Bake for 20 minutes (uncovered), until cheese is melted and golden brown.

Step 9

Serve with fresh parsley.