Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake is a delightful and comforting dish that transforms the classic fettuccine Alfredo into a hearty baked casserole. Featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked penne pasta, this recipe is an excellent choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With a rich, cheesy flavor and the ability to customize with your favorite veggies or spices, this dish will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation. Plus, it’s ready in under an hour—ideal for busy weeknights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne noodles
- 2–3 chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1–2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Cook the penne noodles until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet until fully cooked; chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream, then stir in garlic powder and parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked noodles, chicken, and sauce in a bowl. Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg