Description
Hearty chicken alfredo casserole promises comfort and indulgence for pasta enthusiasts seeking a delightful meal. Creamy layers of tender chicken, rich sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles create a satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken, shredded or cubed
- 12 ounces (340 grams) penne pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
Cheese:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and cook pasta until al dente according to package guidelines.
- In a hot skillet, warm olive oil and sauté cooked chicken pieces, incorporating garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Create the casserole base by thoroughly combining pasta, Alfredo sauce, seasoned chicken, and half of the mozzarella cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Generously grease a casserole dish and carefully transfer the mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese across the top, creating a complete cheese coverage.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden-brown crust.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes, enabling the sauce to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Swap pasta for zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice to create a low-carb version perfect for keto dieters.
- Enhance protein content by adding grilled shrimp or sautéed mushrooms for extra texture and flavor complexity.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and assemble the casserole quickly during busy weeknights, making meal planning a breeze.
- Use rotisserie chicken as a time-saving hack that adds incredible moisture and pre-seasoned flavor to the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 474 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg