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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe
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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe

A rich and crispy Italian-American casserole with golden mozzarella, al dente penne pasta, and a creamy garlic-herb Alfredo sauce. Easy to prepare with a flavorful crunch from the breaded chicken. Gluten-free and vegan options available.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Penne pasta, 12 oz
  • Chicken breasts, 2 large (use tofu for vegan)
  • All-purpose flour, 1 cup
  • Heavy cream, 2 cups (or non-dairy alternative)
  • Parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 cups (use nutritional yeast for vegan)
  • Olive oil, 3 tbsp (or avocado oil)
  • Mozzarella cheese, as needed
  • Beaten eggs, 2
  • Garlic, grated
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  2. Boil salted water for pasta; cook 30 seconds less than package instructions
  3. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water
  4. Prepare chicken: season with salt and pepper
  5. Coat chicken in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs
  6. Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet; pan-fry chicken 4-5 mins per side until golden
  7. Melt 1 tbsp butter in saucepan; sauté garlic 1-2 mins
  8. Add remaining butter and heavy cream; simmer gently
  9. Stir in Parmesan until smooth; add pasta, 1/2 cup pasta water, parsley, salt, and pepper
  10. Transfer to 9x13" baking dish; top with chicken and mozzarella slices
  11. Bake 20-25 mins until bubbly and golden

Notes

Use day-old breadcrumbs for extra crispiness
Rest chicken 5 mins before slicing
Add lemon juice to balance cheese
Adjust sauce with reserved pasta water as needed
Mozzarella is optional; use vegan cheese if preferred