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Baked Chicken Alfredo Pasta
A creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish featuring tender chicken and rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken, (chopped or shredded)
Pasta
- 16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
Dairy & Fats
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
Garlic & Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella
- ¼ cup parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta, drain, and set aside.
- Make Alfredo sauce: melt butter, add cream and cream cheese, whisk until smooth. Add garlic, seasonings, and cheese; simmer until thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken with sauce. Layer half in baking dish, top with half mozzarella, repeat, then add remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, use less cheese or substitute with low-fat options.