Roasted Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake: Easy Indulgence for Dinner
A creamy and delightful pasta bake made with roasted chicken and a rich alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups alfredo sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- This dish can be customized with different types of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg