Description
A creamy, cheesy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Penne pasta
- 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- If not already done, shred your cooked chicken.
- For homemade Alfredo sauce: Combine heavy cream, butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until melted and slightly thickened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until everything is well-coated.
- Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread evenly, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, then garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Best served with a side salad or garlic bread. Consider pairing with white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta bake, chicken alfredo, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal