Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta: 7 Comforting Variations
A comforting and elegant pasta bake featuring creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and a golden cheese topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden; broil for 1-2 minutes if a crispier top is desired.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and let it rest before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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