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Cheesy Baked Chicken Alfredo with Crispy Top

A generous serving of Cheesy Baked Chicken Alfredo with Crispy Top on a white plate, featuring creamy pasta and a browned crust.
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A recipe for baked chicken and pasta covered in rich alfredo sauce, topped with extra cheese and a crispy breadcrumb layer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Whisk in the 1 cup of Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Stir the shredded chicken and cooked pasta into the alfredo sauce until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Transfer the chicken and pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  8. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and the panko breadcrumbs. Mix well.
  9. Sprinkle the cheese and breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
  10. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • To keep the sauce creamy during baking, use whole milk or a combination of cream and half-and-half instead of just milk.
  • For the crispiest topping, toast the panko breadcrumbs lightly in a dry skillet before mixing them with the cheese.
  • You can substitute jarred Alfredo sauce, but reduce the added salt slightly.

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