Name: leftover chicken alfredo pasta bake recipe
Prep time: 2 d 5 h 50 min
Cook time: 2 d 2 h 55 min
Total time: 4 d 8 h 45 min

AuthorImran KhanCategoryLeftover Side DishDifficultyBeginner

Yields1 Serving

Prep Time2 days 5 hrs 50 minsCook Time2 days 2 hrs 55 minsTotal Time4 days 8 hrs 45 mins

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Leftover Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

This recipe is the perfect way to give last night's dinner a second life. By adding a few simple ingredients, you can turn your leftover chicken alfredo into a bubbling, golden-brown casserole that tastes like it was made from scratch. It's quick, easy, and a fantastic way to reduce food waste.

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Total time: 30-35 minutes Servings: 2-4 (depending on the amount of leftovers)

Ingredients

Leftover Chicken Alfredo: 3-4 cups (approximately). Don't worry if it's a little dry; we'll be adding more sauce.
Milk or Cream: $4 1$ to $2 1$ cup, to loosen the sauce. Use more if your leftovers are particularly thick.
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup, divided.
Grated Parmesan Cheese: $4 1$ cup.
Italian Breadcrumbs: $4 1$ cup (Panko breadcrumbs also work well for extra crunch).
Melted Butter: 1 tablespoon.
Garlic Powder: $2 1$ teaspoon.
Dried Parsley or Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon (optional, for the topping).
Black Pepper: Freshly cracked, to taste.
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets or frozen peas.
- A handful of fresh spinach, wilted.
- $4 1$ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped.
- A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to $19 0^{\circ} C$ ( $37 5^{\circ} F$ ). Lightly grease a small casserole dish or an 8x8 inch baking pan.
Prepare the Pasta Mixture: In a large bowl, place your leftover chicken alfredo. Pour in $4 1$ cup of milk or cream and stir gently to combine. If the sauce still seems too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches a creamy, but not watery, consistency. This extra liquid will prevent the bake from drying out in the oven.
Add Cheese and Mix-ins: Stir in $2 1$ cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese and any optional add-ins you're using (like broccoli or spinach). Mix until everything is well-distributed.
Assemble the Bake: Pour the pasta mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining $2 1$ cup of mozzarella cheese and the $4 1$ cup of Parmesan cheese over the top.
Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley (if using). Use a fork to toss everything together until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Top and Bake: Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Finish with a few cracks of black pepper.
Bake to Perfection: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown and crispy.
Rest and Serve: Carefully remove the pasta bake from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows it to set slightly, making it easier to serve. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!

Recipe Notes & Variations:

No Breadcrumbs? You can crush some crackers or croutons and mix them with the melted butter for a similar crunchy topping.
Extra Creamy: For an even richer dish, stir a dollop of cream cheese or ricotta into the pasta mixture before baking.
Adjusting for Quantity: This recipe is very forgiving. Simply adjust the amount of milk/cream and cheese based on how much leftover pasta you have.
Storage: Store any leftovers of the bake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

leftover chicken alfredo pasta bake recipe

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Leftover Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Total time: 30-35 minutes Servings: 2-4 (depending on the amount of leftovers)

Ingredients

Leftover Chicken Alfredo: 3-4 cups (approximately). Don't worry if it's a little dry; we'll be adding more sauce.
Milk or Cream: $4 1$ to $2 1$ cup, to loosen the sauce. Use more if your leftovers are particularly thick.
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup, divided.
Grated Parmesan Cheese: $4 1$ cup.
Italian Breadcrumbs: $4 1$ cup (Panko breadcrumbs also work well for extra crunch).
Melted Butter: 1 tablespoon.
Garlic Powder: $2 1$ teaspoon.
Dried Parsley or Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon (optional, for the topping).
Black Pepper: Freshly cracked, to taste.
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets or frozen peas.
- A handful of fresh spinach, wilted.
- $4 1$ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped.
- A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to $19 0^{\circ} C$ ( $37 5^{\circ} F$ ). Lightly grease a small casserole dish or an 8x8 inch baking pan.
Prepare the Pasta Mixture: In a large bowl, place your leftover chicken alfredo. Pour in $4 1$ cup of milk or cream and stir gently to combine. If the sauce still seems too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches a creamy, but not watery, consistency. This extra liquid will prevent the bake from drying out in the oven.
Add Cheese and Mix-ins: Stir in $2 1$ cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese and any optional add-ins you're using (like broccoli or spinach). Mix until everything is well-distributed.
Assemble the Bake: Pour the pasta mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining $2 1$ cup of mozzarella cheese and the $4 1$ cup of Parmesan cheese over the top.
Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley (if using). Use a fork to toss everything together until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Top and Bake: Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Finish with a few cracks of black pepper.
Bake to Perfection: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown and crispy.
Rest and Serve: Carefully remove the pasta bake from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows it to set slightly, making it easier to serve. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!

Recipe Notes & Variations:

No Breadcrumbs? You can crush some crackers or croutons and mix them with the melted butter for a similar crunchy topping.
Extra Creamy: For an even richer dish, stir a dollop of cream cheese or ricotta into the pasta mixture before baking.
Adjusting for Quantity: This recipe is very forgiving. Simply adjust the amount of milk/cream and cheese based on how much leftover pasta you have.
Storage: Store any leftovers of the bake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

leftover chicken alfredo pasta bake recipe

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Leftover Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

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