Chicken Alfredo Casserole
A comforting dish made with creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian (if using vegetables instead of chicken)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cooked chicken, cooked pasta, and Alfredo sauce in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, reserving the other half for topping.
- Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.
Notes
Feel free to add spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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