Description
A creamy and comforting casserole featuring tender shredded chicken, silky Alfredo sauce, and gooey melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside. Shred the chicken if not already shredded. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt), garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese and use whole-grain pasta. Serve with a salad or steamed veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg