Description
This Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake combines tender pasta, juicy chicken, and a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce into one irresistible dish. It’s quick enough for busy weeknights but indulgent enough for Sunday dinner. Perfect for feeding a family or bringing to potlucks, this casserole is a guaranteed hit every time.
Ingredients
For the Alfredo Sauce:
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Bake:
12 oz penne pasta (or other short pasta)
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring often. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine pasta, chicken, and half of the Alfredo sauce in a large bowl. Mix well.
Pour pasta mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with remaining sauce.
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish with parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, use leftover rotisserie chicken.
Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for a more balanced bake.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta Bake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: chicken Alfredo bake, creamy pasta casserole, cheesy chicken pasta