Description
This Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a luscious, cheesy Alfredo sauce baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
1 lb penne or rigatoni pasta
2 cups cooked shredded chicken breasts
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Whisk in heavy cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes.
Lower heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Stir in cooked chicken and drained pasta.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a richer sauce, add a tablespoon or two of cream cheese along with the Parmesan.
Stir in some steamed broccoli florets or sautéed mushrooms with the chicken and pasta for added texture and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A