Ingredient List
- 2 cups shredded chicken breast
- 16 oz penne noodles
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, for topping
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp fresh minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp table salt
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 30-40 minutes |
| Total Time | 45-60 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil pasta according to package directions (10-12 minutes), drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese, stirring frequently.
- Add minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the melted mixture, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Return pasta to pot, add Alfredo sauce and cooked chicken, stirring until evenly coated.
- In a 9×13 baking dish, spread half the pasta mixture and top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Layer remaining pasta mixture and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 20-30 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
