Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake
A rich and comforting Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake made with tender chicken, pasta, and a luscious Alfredo sauce, baked to golden perfection with melted cheese on top.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, and Alfredo sauce. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep option.
- You can substitute penne with other pasta like fusilli or rigatoni.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Pasta Bake, Creamy Chicken Pasta, Alfredo Bake, Baked Pasta