Description
Crispy Herb Chicken Alfredo Bake is a delightful dish combining tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and a crispy herb topping. Perfect for family dinners!
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, diced
8 oz fettuccine pasta
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. 2. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
5. 4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. 5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
7. 6. Combine the cooked pasta with the chicken Alfredo sauce, mixing well.
8. 7. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
9. 8. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with a drizzle of olive oil. Sprinkle evenly over the pasta mixture.
10. 9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
11. 10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
For added flavor, consider using garlic breadcrumbs or adding sautéed mushrooms to the chicken mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, alfredo, bake, pasta, herbs