Description
Creamy chicken alfredo casserole delights pasta enthusiasts with its rich, comforting layers. Cheesy goodness and tender chicken create a hearty meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
Pasta and Cheese:
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 2 cups alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then thoroughly drain and set aside.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, sautéing minced garlic until aromatic and golden.
- Pour Alfredo sauce into the skillet, incorporating salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Fold shredded chicken and cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring even coating.
- Carefully spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese across the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 22-27 minutes until cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling surface.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow sauce to stabilize.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian version that maintains the creamy, comforting texture.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish celiac-friendly without compromising the rich, indulgent flavor profile.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store in refrigerator for a quick weeknight meal that saves precious cooking time.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach or broccoli to boost nutritional value and create a more balanced one-dish dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg