Description
Chicken Alfredo Bake is a creamy and cheesy delight that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and rich Alfredo sauce, all baked to golden perfection. This comforting dish is sure to please the entire family and makes for a quick weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side). Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last five minutes to brown the top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or broccoli. - Experiment with different cheese varieties such as gouda or cheddar for a unique twist. - Make ahead by assembling the dish up to a day in advance; just bake when ready.