Description
Indulge in Chicken Alfredo Baked Ziti, a creamy, cheesy pasta bake that combines shredded chicken, smoky smoked beef, al dente ziti, and a rich homemade alfredo sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella, this one‑pan dinner delivers comforting flavors and a golden crust in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy families, it offers a hearty, restaurant‑style experience at home with simple ingredients and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup smoked beef, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and cook ziti until al dente.
- Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, simmer, stir in Parmesan until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl combine cooked ziti, shredded chicken, chopped smoked beef, and alfredo sauce; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with mozzarella.
- Bake 25‑30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. To add extra greens, fold in wilted spinach after mixing the sauce. The dish can be prepared a day ahead
- simply refrigerate after assembling and bake when ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
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