Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe
This Chicken Alfredo Bake is a comforting and creamy pasta dish loaded with tender chicken, flavorful Alfredo sauce, and a medley of vegetables. Baked to perfection with a cheesy topping, it’s a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
Sauce:
- 3 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Cheese Blend:
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Veggies:
- 1 ½ cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- ½ cup sautéed mushrooms
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Step 1: Cook the Pasta Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Prep the Chicken Shred or dice cooked chicken as needed.
- Step 3: Mix the Sauce Base Combine Alfredo sauce, seasonings, chicken, and pasta. Add cheese and mix well.
- Step 4: Add Optional Veggies Incorporate spinach, broccoli, and mushrooms into the mixture.
- Step 5: Assemble the Bake Grease a baking dish, spread the pasta mixture, and top with cheeses.
- Step 6: Bake It to Perfection Cover and bake, then broil for a crispy top.
- Step 7: Let It Rest, Then Garnish Allow the bake to rest before serving, then garnish with parsley.
Notes
- If using store-bought Alfredo sauce, consider adding extra seasonings for more flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or protein choices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Bake, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food, Casserole, Cheesy Pasta