Description
A creamy and comforting casserole made with pasta, chicken, and Alfredo sauce, all baked in one pan for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (rotini, penne, or ziti) (Short pasta works best for even cooking.)
- 3 cups cooked chicken (Can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken.)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (Homemade or store-bought.)
- 2 cups chicken broth (Helps keep the casserole creamy.)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (For a melty top.)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (For added flavor.)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (Can substitute with fresh garlic.)
- to taste salt and pepper (For seasoning.)
Optional additives
- 1 cup broccoli (Can use fresh or frozen.)
- 1 cup spinach (Add before baking for extra nutrition.)
- 1 cup cooked bacon (Stir in or sprinkle on top for added crunch.)
- to taste red pepper flakes (For a spicy kick.)
Instructions
Preparation and Baking
- Preheat your oven and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Add dry pasta, cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the baking dish.
- Stir well to ensure the pasta is mostly covered in liquid.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover, add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and bake again for about 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes after baking for better slicing. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Italian