Savory Chicken and Mushroom Alfredo Bake
This delicious chicken and mushroom alfredo bake is a comforting and creamy pasta dish that is perfect for family dinners. Rich with flavor, it's an easy recipe to please any crowd!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter divided
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1.5 cups cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large casserole dish with butter.
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions for al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté until golden and tender.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in half of the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine the cooked pasta, cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and cream sauce in a large bowl. Toss until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or bell peppers to the dish.