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Chicken Alfredo Baked Ziti

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 850
A creamy, cheesy baked ziti with tender chicken and a rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

Sauce ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste Salt and black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for added depth)

Pasta

  • 12 ounces ziti or penne pasta

Cooked chicken

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken, if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cheese

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Melt butter, sauté garlic, then add cream and simmer. Whisk in Parmesan, season, and set aside.
  • Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside. Cook chicken with Italian seasoning, then shred.
  • Combine pasta, chicken, and sauce. Mix in mozzarella, transfer to a baking dish.
  • Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan, cover, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes.
  • Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and reduce cheese slightly.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta