Name: Creamy Chicken Alfredo Baked Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken; 12 oz penne pasta; 4 tablespoons butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1.5 cups heavy cream; 1 cup milk; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This creamy Chicken Alfredo Baked Pasta combines tender chicken, silky Alfredo sauce, and bubbly cheese into a comforting oven bake that works for busy weeknights, make ahead meals, or freezer-friendly dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups shredded cooked chicken

12 oz penne pasta

4 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1.5 cups heavy cream

1 cup milk

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain and toss with olive oil.

3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and cook until fragrant.

4. Whisk in heavy cream and milk, simmer until slightly thickened.

5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth, season with salt and pepper.

6. In a bowl, combine pasta, chicken, and Alfredo sauce, mix well.

7. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.

8. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

9. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baked
Cuisine: italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup

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