Description
Indulge in a comforting and creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole, a delicious twist on the classic pasta dish. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 3 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets (optional)
For Seasoning:
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta: Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add chicken, broccoli, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and Alfredo sauce. Cook until heated through.
- Combine ingredients: Mix the pasta with the sauce, then transfer to the baking dish.
- Add cheese: Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 10–15 minutes until golden.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add cooked spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- This dish can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, then baked before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
