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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake - Chicken and penne pasta simmer together in a garlicky, creamy broth, and are quickly baked between cheesy layers of Parmesan and mozzarella. Top with fresh parsley as desired.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time32 minutes
Total Time47 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 16 ounce package penne pasta
  • 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • Step 1
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add broth and heavy cream; stir in pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Step 2
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease an 11x17-inch baking pan.
  • Step 3
  • Pour 1/2 the pasta mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/2 the Parmesan cheese and 1/2 the mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Layer remaining pasta on top; finish with remaining Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Step 4
  • Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.