Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Alfredo Casserole. Creamy Alfredo sauce coats tender chicken and pasta, baked to golden perfection for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Alfredo Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta (uncooked)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a skillet, sauté garlic, then add chicken, Alfredo sauce, cream, peas, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat through.
- Combine and bake: Mix in the pasta, transfer to the baking dish, top with cheeses and breadcrumbs, then bake until golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving option.
- Customize with additional veggies like broccoli or mushrooms.
- Opt for a lighter version by using light Alfredo sauce and milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
