Description
Discover how to make a delicious Chicken Alfredo Bake with this easy recipe! Creamy alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and gooey cheese come together in this comforting dish. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck.
Ingredients
- – 12 ounces (340 g) penne pasta, cooked in salted water according to package directions
- – 3 cups (710 ml) diced cooked beef
- – 3 tablespoons (45 g) vegetable oil
- – 2 tablespoons (15 g) cornstarch
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) minced garlic
- – 2 cups (470 ml) whole milk
- – 1 cup (240 ml) coconut cream
- – 3/4 cup (75 g) grated vegetarian hard cheese
- – 2 cups (200 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided use
- – salt and pepper to taste
- – cooking spray
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Whisk in the cornstarch and cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually add the whole milk and coconut cream, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Incorporate the grated vegetarian hard cheese and 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella into the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Continue stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta and diced beef in a large mixing bowl. Pour the cheese sauce over them and mix until everything is well-coated.
- Transfer the pasta and beef mixture into the prepared baking dish, then evenly sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake the dish, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the pasta is bubbly and the cheese begins to turn golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Consider enhancing the flavor by combining different cheeses or sprinkling Parmesan on top before baking.
- Add a spicy kick by mixing in red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese sauce.
- Switch up the protein with options like chicken or tofu for a unique twist on this classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g
Keywords: chicken pasta bake, creamy pasta bake, cheesy chicken pasta, baked penne pasta, garlic parmesan pasta, creamy chicken bake
