Chicken Alfredo Bake

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken, this baked alfredo pasta is a mild crowd-pleaser that even picky eaters ask for seconds of. A crispy golden mozzarella topping makes it feel extra special without any complicated technique.

By YumYum Editorial · Kid-Friendly

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups cooked, diced chicken breast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook penne in salted boiling water until just al dente, according to package directions, then drain.
3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the cream, cooking for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
5. Stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the sauce is smooth, then remove from heat.
6. Toss the cooked pasta and diced chicken with the alfredo sauce until well coated, then transfer to the baking dish and top with mozzarella.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden in spots.
8. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.