Ultimate Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe For Pasta Lovers

Enjoy a comforting Chicken Alfredo Bake, featuring penne, creamy sauce, and melted cheese for a meal that’s sure to delight any crowd.

Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe

Transform your dinner into an irresistible comfort meal with the Chicken Alfredo Bake. Combining penne pasta, cooked chicken, and homemade creamy Alfredo sauce under a golden layer of melted cheese, this comforting and quick dish is the epitome of cozy eating. Perfect for satisfying hunger and impressing guests, it’s a classic bake that melds rich flavors and tender textures in every bite.

INGREDIENTS

• 12 ounces penne pasta cooked in salted water according to package directions
• 3 cups diced cooked chicken
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided use
• salt and pepper to taste
• cooking spray
• 1 tablespoon parsley chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

• Certainly! Here’s the recipe in a step-by-step format:
  

  Step-by-Step Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

  Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Coat a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.

  Make the Sauce

  3. Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the milk and cream.
  7. Simmer the mixture, whisking constantly, until the sauce has just thickened.
  8. Add the parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella to the milk mixture.
  9. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

  Combine the Pasta and Chicken

  11. Place the cooked pasta and diced chicken in a large bowl.
  12. Pour the cheese sauce over the top.
  13. Toss the mixture to coat the pasta and chicken evenly.

  Assemble the Dish

  14. Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  15. Top with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.

  Bake

  16. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the pasta is bubbly and the cheese has just started to brown.

  Serve

  17. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top of the baked pasta.
  18. Serve hot and enjoy your Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake!

  Notes

  • Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken is 165°F before using in the mixture.

Serving Suggestions

• Caesar Salad
• Garlic Bread
• Roasted Vegetables
• Caprese Salad
• Steamed Broccoli

Tips and Tricks

• This recipe is versatile with roasted, shredded slow cooker chicken, or a store-bought rotisserie chicken.
• Freshly Grated Cheese: For the smoothest melting, freshly grate your cheese rather than using pre-shredded options.
• Customize by adding shrimp, vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes, different cheeses, or even bacon and prosciutto for extra flavors.