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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe

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This comforting Chicken Alfredo Bake combines tender cooked chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, baked to golden perfection. It’s a hearty casserole perfect for family dinners and easy to prepare ahead.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked chopped chicken (about 3 breasts)
  • 5 cups bow-tie pasta or penne (about 12 ounces, cooked al dente)

Cheeses

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (for sauce)
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (for topping)

Alfredo Sauce

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups milk (1-2%)
  • 1 ½ cups half and half
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: In a 9×13″ baking dish or two 8×8″ baking dishes, evenly spread the cooked chopped chicken and cooked bow-tie or penne pasta. Set aside the cheeses for topping.
  2. Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and hot.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Flour: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flour to absorb the butter and develop a light roux.
  4. Add Milk and Cream: Gradually whisk in the milk and half and half, ensuring a smooth mixture without lumps. Stir in salt, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Continue cooking the sauce over medium-low heat, whisking frequently until it thickens to a creamy, smooth consistency.
  6. Combine and Top: Pour the Alfredo sauce evenly over the chicken and pasta in the baking dish. Sprinkle the mozzarella and the remaining ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
  7. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 30 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
  8. Broil for Brownness (Optional): For a golden, browned cheese crust, remove the foil and broil on high for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving your creamy and cheesy Chicken Alfredo Bake.

Notes

  • Use cooked chicken breasts for best texture; leftover roasted or rotisserie chicken works well.
  • Cooking pasta al dente prevents it from becoming mushy after baking.
  • Feel free to substitute bow-tie pasta with penne or rigatoni.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more garlic or Italian seasoning if preferred.
  • For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of half and half.
  • Covering the casserole during baking helps retain moisture; remove the cover when broiling for browning.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Bake, creamy chicken casserole, baked pasta with Alfredo sauce, comfort food recipe, easy chicken dinner

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