Chicken Alfredo Casserole Recipe
Indulge in this rich and creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole, a comforting baked pasta dish that the whole family will love. With tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious Alfredo sauce, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pasta:
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Cook the pasta until al dente, then set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté garlic, then add cream, milk, Parmesan, seasonings. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Bake: Mix chicken and pasta with sauce, transfer to baking dish, top with mozzarella. Bake until bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Let the casserole rest, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option.
- Enhance with steamed broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
