Description
Hearty chicken alfredo casserole delivers comfort on a plate with creamy pasta and tender chicken. Cheese-laden layers promise a satisfying meal that brings warmth and joy to hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 3 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate 350°F (175°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even heating.
- Thoroughly mix shredded chicken, cooked pasta, creamy Alfredo sauce, and seasonings in a spacious mixing bowl, blending ingredients until uniformly combined.
- Transfer the aromatic mixture into a lightly greased casserole dish, spreading evenly to create a consistent layer.
- Generously coat the top with a rich blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, creating a golden, appetizing surface.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a bubbling, melted golden crust.
- Once removed from the oven, allow the casserole to rest for 3-5 minutes to set and stabilize.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant garnish and added freshness before serving the hot, comforting dish.
Notes
- Choose rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving option that adds rich, pre-seasoned flavor to the casserole.
- Substitute gluten-free pasta and use a gluten-free Alfredo sauce for those with wheat sensitivities or celiac disease.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms to boost nutritional value and create a more balanced one-dish meal.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier without falling apart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg