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🧀 CHEESY GARLIC CHICKEN ALFREDO BAKE
“I halved the recipe for just me and the hubby. Now I wish I went with the full pan because they were SO GOOD. This is going to be a staple in our house.” 😍
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FULL RECIPE 💬👇
🍝 INTRODUCTION
There are dinners… and then there are dinners that make you sit back, sigh, and say: “Why didn’t I make more?” This Cheesy Garlic Chicken Alfredo Bake is exactly that.
It’s creamy, garlicky, layered with tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and enough gooey cheese to make your soul sing. I halved it for date night, and immediately wished I hadn’t. Lesson learned: make the full tray, every time. Your future self will thank you.
🕰️ A LITTLE HISTORY
The roots of Alfredo go back to Rome, Italy, where Alfredo di Lelio famously created the original “Fettuccine Alfredo” in 1914. It was a simple combo of butter, Parmesan, and pasta. But here in the States, we’ve evolved it into a creamy, indulgent, garlic-infused sauce that gets baked into bubbly, golden perfection.
This Chicken Alfredo Bake is an American twist — combining comfort food and classic Italian love into one unforgettable dish.
🛒 INGREDIENTS
Serves 6–8 (or 2 with plenty of leftovers… or none, who are we kidding?)
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cooked and cubed or shredded)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan)
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp flour
- 3 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional but amazing)
- Salt to taste
For the Pasta:
- 1 lb penne or rigatoni (cooked until just under al dente)
- Salted water for boiling
For the Cheese Layer:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup more Parmesan (for topping)
- Optional: 1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese for extra creaminess
Optional Add-ins:
- 1–2 cups spinach or broccoli (for a veggie twist)
- Red pepper flakes (for a kick)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
🍳 METHOD (with Lovers in Mind ❤️)
- Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté in olive oil until golden and fully cooked (about 6–8 minutes per side). Let rest, then cube or shred.👉 Method with lovers: Cook this together — one stirs, one seasons. You’ll bond over sizzling garlic and shared bites of taste testing.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce
In a large saucepan, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 min). Stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually whisk in cream, stirring constantly until thickened (5–7 mins). Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.👉 Lovers’ method: This sauce needs attention — like a relationship. Stir with love, season with care. Taste it together.
- Boil the Pasta
Cook pasta in well-salted water just until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. - Assemble the Bake (aka Formation 💡)
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, chicken, and most of the Alfredo sauce. (Reserve ½ cup sauce for topping.)In a greased 9×13 baking dish:
- Add half the pasta mixture
- Dot with ricotta (if using)
- Sprinkle mozzarella
- Add remaining pasta
- Pour remaining Alfredo sauce over the top
- Finish with mozzarella + Parmesan
- Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, bake another 10–15 mins until golden and bubbly. Broil for 2 mins for a crispy cheese top if desired. - Rest, Garnish & Serve
Let sit for 5–10 mins before serving. Sprinkle chopped parsley or basil if you’re feeling fancy.
🧱 FORMATION (aka Layering Love)
Think of this dish like a cozy relationship:
- A strong base (pasta)
- Tender support (chicken)
- Rich sauce (affection)
- A warm, melty top (commitment)
Build it thoughtfully, layer by layer. That’s the secret to flavor that lasts.
🥰 CONCLUSION
What started as a simple weeknight dinner became an instant classic in our kitchen. We halved it thinking we were being practical — now we know better. This bake is for sharing, for leftovers, and for second helpings you look forward to.
💌 FOR THE LOVERS
To the ones who cook with joy…
To the couples who swap spatulas and steal bites…
To the solo chefs dancing in their kitchen…
To the foodies who live for melty cheese and garlic dreams…
This dish is yours.
Make it. Love it. Share it.
And never, ever halve it again.
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