Description

This Creamy Baked Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish featuring tender chicken breasts and al dente pasta baked in a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this recipe combines stovetop cooking and baking to create a golden, bubbly delight with Italian seasoning enhancing the flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

Pasta

8 ounces Fettuccine or Penne Pasta

Sauce Ingredients

1 cup Heavy Cream
2 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
4 tablespoons Butter
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Salt and Pepper to taste

Cooking Oils

2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or vegetable oil as an alternative)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the combined pasta and chicken dish.
Cook Pasta: Bring salted boiling water to a boil and cook the fettuccine or penne until al dente, then drain well and set aside to prevent overcooking in the oven.
Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic just until fragrant to develop flavor without burning.
Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and slice into strips for easy mixing.
Make Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in the heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
Combine Ingredients: In a baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, sliced chicken, and Alfredo sauce. Mix thoroughly so all components are evenly coated with the sauce.
Bake the Dish: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the top turns golden brown. This step melds the flavors and gives a lovely texture.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor and smoothness in the sauce.
Make sure pasta is al dente before baking to avoid mushiness.
Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt, as Parmesan cheese adds saltiness.
You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs but adjust cooking time accordingly.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Alfredo, Baked Pasta, Chicken Alfredo Recipe, Italian Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food