Description
Indulge in this Flavorful Chicken Alfredo Bake, where creamy alfredo sauce meets tender chicken and perfectly cooked fettuccine. Topped with a golden layer of cheese, this dish is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will have your family and friends asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Lower the heat and add minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and stir in grated Parmesan until melted. Add Italian seasoning.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, and sauce until well mixed. Transfer to the greased baking dish.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs and additional Parmesan cheese on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg