Alfredo Chicken (Printable Version)
Golden baked alfredo pasta, loaded with mozzarella, tender chicken, and a creamy touch, finished in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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1 tablespoon salt
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into small chunks
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons garlic powder
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon dried basil
→ Creamy Sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup butter
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8 oz brick of cream cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (use oregano, rosemary, basil, parsley — about ¼ teaspoon of each)
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3 cups milk
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¼ teaspoon pepper
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
→ Pasta Casserole
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 pound penne (or your favorite pasta)
→ Toppings (Optional)
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Fresh parsley
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Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil leaves
# Steps:
01 -
Chop the chicken into small pieces and toss it in a large bowl. Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir everything together until the coating is evenly distributed.
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Heat some butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until it's fully done inside, stirring occasionally, for about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and place aside.
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While you're cooking the chicken, boil water in a big pot with a bit of salt. Add the pasta and cook until it's just tender, following the directions on the box. Drain the water when it's done.
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Using the same skillet, mix the cream cheese, butter, and milk together over medium heat. Let them melt, whisking or stirring to even things out. Add minced garlic, the extra garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy, then mix in the Parmesan. Simmer lightly and let it thicken for 5 to 8 minutes.
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Add your cooked chicken back to the pan, then toss in the pasta. Gently mix everything until combined.
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Grab a 9x13-inch dish, pour in the chicken and pasta combo, and top it all with shredded mozzarella. Slide it into a 350°F oven for around 5 to 10 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
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Garnish with fresh parsley, chopped basil, and Parmesan if you like. Dig in while it's warm!