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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Bake with Creamy Sauce

A fork lifts a serving of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Bake, showing shredded chicken and pasta coated in creamy sauce and topped with browned cheese.
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Follow this recipe to make a rich, cheesy baked casserole featuring tender chicken and a creamy Alfredo sauce mixed with pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  3. While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. This is your creamy Alfredo sauce.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and the creamy Alfredo sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
  8. Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese topping is melted and lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a faster preparation time.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried Italian seasoning to the sauce mixture.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the pasta, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water or extra milk.

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