Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Cheese Chicken Alfredo Bake. A comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or gathering.
Ingredients
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Cheese Chicken Alfredo Bake:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
- 12 oz penne pasta, cooked and drained
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix sauce: In a large bowl, combine Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add cooked pasta and chicken, mix well.
- Layer and bake: Spread mixture in baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies.
- Try swapping penne for rotini or shells if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of bake
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
