Best 6 Baked Chicken Alfredo Penne Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the richness of Alfredo sauce, the succulence of chicken, and the delightful bite of penne pasta. Embark on a delectable journey as we unveil two extraordinary recipes: Baked Chicken Alfredo Penne and One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne.

The Baked Chicken Alfredo Penne is an oven-baked symphony of flavors. Chicken breasts, marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, are baked to perfection, delivering tender and juicy bites. Combined with a creamy and luscious Alfredo sauce, this dish is elevated with a symphony of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Baked until golden brown, the pasta becomes a crispy and flavorful complement to the creamy Alfredo and tender chicken.

For those seeking a quicker and simpler indulgence, the One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne is your culinary companion. This skillet sensation combines chicken, penne pasta, and Alfredo sauce in one harmonious pot. Savor the succulent chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and velvety Alfredo sauce, all coming together in a creamy and flavorful embrace. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a time-saving hero for busy weeknight dinners or quick and easy lunches.

Both recipes offer variations to suit your dietary preferences. For a vegetarian delight, substitute the chicken with grilled or roasted vegetables, creating a vibrant and flavorful Alfredo Penne. For cheese lovers, add an extra sprinkle of Parmesan or mozzarella cheese for an indulgent and gooey experience.

With detailed instructions, insightful tips, and stunning visuals, these recipes will guide you through the culinary process, ensuring both novice and experienced chefs achieve restaurant-quality Baked Chicken Alfredo Penne or One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Penne in the comfort of their own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that is sure to leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED CHICKEN ALFREDO



Baked Chicken Alfredo image

This recipe is quick and easy and any novice cook can do it. It was made for the little ones who always wanted to order out at Pizza Hut® or Olive Garden®. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. This recipe can also be eaten without being baked but the kids love that it resembles baked casseroles found in restaurants.

Provided by hkopinions

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h8m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
½ cup butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups milk
6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt, divided
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 chicken breasts, patted dry
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic; saute until golden, about 30 seconds. Stir in cream cheese until smooth. Add milk; stir until there are no lumps. Lower heat to medium. Add 3/4 of the Parmesan cheese, parsley, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and garlic powder on both sides. Cook chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 6 minutes per side. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Butter bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Cover bottom with a layer of pasta. Place half of the chicken cubes on top. Pour 1/2 of the sauce over the chicken. Repeat layering pasta, chicken, and sauce. Sprinkle top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly, about 15 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until cheese is golden, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 80.8 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 658.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHICKEN ALFREDO BAKE



Chicken Alfredo Bake image

Made with penne pasta and rotisserie chicken, this is a quick version of chicken alfredo bake. Serve with garlic bread and a green salad for a no-fuss weeknight meal.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup 1% milk
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 cup cubed rotisserie chicken

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and cook garlic for 1 minute. Whisk in flour until a paste forms. Pour in milk and cream, whisking continuously until smooth. Stir in 3/4 of the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and nutmeg. Add drained penne pasta and cooked chicken; stir to combine. Pour mixture into a casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.8 calories, Carbohydrate 88.3 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 359.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Chicken Alfredo Penne Recipe by Tasty image

Nothing spells comfort like Italian food. Steaming bowls of pasta, buttery, roasted garlic bread, and tureens of the most flavorful sauces: it's all right there. Sometimes, you want to bring that comfort into your very own kitchen and, well, we've got just the recipe for you. This easy chicken alfredo penne will have you saying 'mangia!' before you even know it.

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Time 33m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ lb chicken breast, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
16 oz penne pasta, cooked
¼ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a pan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add the chicken breast.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set chicken aside.
  • In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and add the garlic. Cook until the garlic begins to soften.
  • Add half of the flour to the garlic and butter, stirring until incorporated. Then add the rest of the flour and stir.
  • Pour in the milk a little bit at a time, stirring well in between, until fully incorporated and sauce begins to thicken.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil, and stir well to incorporate.
  • Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour the sauce over cooked penne pasta, add the chicken and mix well.
  • Add parsley and extra parmesan. Mix well.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHICKEN-ALFREDO BAKED PENNE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Chicken-Alfredo Baked Penne Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by jab120638

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 oz uncooked penne pasta (1 1/2 boxes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lb uncooked chicken tenders (not breaded), cut into chunks
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bag (12 oz) Green Giant™ Valley Fresh Steamers™ frozen broccoli cuts, thawed
2 jars (16 oz each) Alfredo sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • 24 Dinners Smart Moms Make Only 5 ingredients make for a great penne recipe with creamy and delicious Alfredo sauce, chunks of chicken and frozen broccoli. *Email Address Separate email addresses with commas *Your Email Address Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. In 10- to 12-inch nonstick sauté pan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 lb uncooked chicken tenders (not breaded), cut into chunks; season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add chicken to drained pasta. Add 1 bag (12 oz) thawed Green Giant™ Valley Fresh Steamers™ frozen broccoli cuts; toss until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Pour 2 jars (16 oz each) Alfredo sauce over top; stir. Pour mixture into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) ceramic or glass baking dish; spread evenly. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz) evenly over top. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbly. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. In 10- to 12-inch nonstick sauté pan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 lb uncooked chicken tenders (not breaded), cut into chunks; season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add chicken to drained pasta. Add 1 bag (12 oz) thawed Green Giant™ Valley Fresh Steamers™ frozen broccoli cuts; toss until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Pour 2 jars (16 oz each) Alfredo sauce over top; stir. Pour mixture into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) ceramic or glass baking dish; spread evenly. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz) evenly over top. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbly. Wheaties

CHICKEN PENNE ALFREDO



Chicken Penne Alfredo image

Cream cheese just might steal the show here. Combined with chicken, penne pasta, veggies and savory seasoning, it makes for a silky feast. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chicken broth
1 envelope Lipton savory herb with garlic soup mix

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions in a Dutch oven, adding the vegetables during the last 6 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, cook chicken in butter in a large skillet until no longer pink. Add the cheeses, broth and soup mix; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Drain pasta and vegetables; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, penne pasta, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 chicken breasts, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups heavy cream
1 lb penne pasta, uncooked
2 cups parmesan cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 handful fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a pot, heat oil and add chicken.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Add garlic, then brown the chicken.
  • Add broth, heavy cream, and pasta, and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer for 15-20 min.
  • Turn off heat and stir in 1 ½ cups (165 grams) of parmesan cheese.
  • Pour half of the pasta into a greased 11×7 inch or 9×13 inch (28x18 cm or 33x23 cm) baking dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup (115 grams) of mozzarella cheese.
  • Layer the remaining half of the pasta evenly on top. Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup of mozzarella (115 grams) and ½ cup (55 grams) of parmesan.
  • Broil 10 - 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown. Remove and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1227 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 77 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • For a creamy Alfredo sauce, use a good quality Parmesan cheese.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will not be as thick and creamy.
  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in Italian dressing or olive oil and herbs before baking.
  • If you don't have penne pasta, you can use any other type of short pasta, such as macaroni or bow-tie pasta.
  • Serve the baked chicken Alfredo penne with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken Alfredo penne is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and penne pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more flavorful and impressive.

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