Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta baked to golden perfection. This family-friendly recipe is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to make again and again. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or use leftover chicken for a quick meal—this pasta bake is as versatile as it is delicious!
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).
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg