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Chicken Alfredo Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 850
A creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish featuring tender chicken and rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 14 oz penne or rigatoni

Chicken

  • 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced

Seasonings and oils

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Sauce and cheese

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg

Additional cheese

  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh herbs (optional)

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook until golden, then set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, then stir in flour. Gradually add milk and cream, cook until thickened. Mix in Parmesan, seasonings, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine cooked pasta and chicken with sauce. Transfer to baking dish, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let cool 5 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: cheese, Chicken, Pasta