Description
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Holiday Chicken Alfredo Bake, a dish that transforms everyday ingredients into a festive feast. This delightful bake features tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a velvety Alfredo sauce topped with golden cheese. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any family dinner, this recipe promises to create cherished memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream followed by Parmesan cheese until smooth. Mix in spinach and Italian seasoning.
- Combine cooked pasta with chicken mixture, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Top with additional cheese if desired and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg