Description
This Chicken Alfredo Bake is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, all topped with a golden layer of melted cheese. The rich flavors meld together, creating a delightful experience with every bite, while the crispy topping adds a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- Pasta: 8 ounces penne or rotini, cooked al dente
- Alfredo Sauce: 2 cups homemade or store-bought
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Seasoning: 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute the Alfredo sauce with a low-fat alternative or a homemade cauliflower sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the baking dish
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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