Description
This Chicken Alfredo Bake is a comforting and creamy dish featuring tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce. Topped with gooey mozzarella and baked to perfection, it’s a family favorite that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded
- 12 oz penne or pasta of choice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and stir to form a paste, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add Milk and Cream: Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add Parmesan and Seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cubed chicken, and Alfredo sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly.
- Assemble the Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For quicker preparation, use rotisserie chicken.
- You can add steamed broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg