Creamy Chicken Piccata Pasta Bake Recipe

This delicious Chicken Alfredo Penne Bake is a comforting, creamy dish that's perfect for any occasion. With the perfect blend of pasta, chicken, ricotta, and Alfredo sauce, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (15-ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 (3-ounce) jar capers, drained
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley, or as needed

Directions

Step 1: Gather all the ingredients and set them aside.

Step 2: Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 3: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 11 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Once done, drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 4: Zest the lemon to get 1 teaspoon of zest, then juice it to yield about 3 tablespoons of lemon juice. Set both the zest and juice aside.

Step 5: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and minced garlic to the skillet. Saut until they become soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6: In a large bowl, whisk together the cooked shallot and garlic, lemon juice, Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, chicken broth, capers, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 7: Add the cooked penne pasta and chopped chicken to the bowl. Toss everything together until well combined.

Step 8: Transfer the pasta and chicken mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9: In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the pasta.

Step 10: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the dish is bubbly.

Step 11: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Enjoy your creamy, cheesy, and flavorful Chicken Alfredo Penne Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 861
• Total Fat: 63g (80% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 36g (178% DV)
• Cholesterol: 211mg (70% DV)
• Sodium: 1745mg (76% DV)
• Total Carbohydrates: 42g (15% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 5g (17% DV)
• Total Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 38g (75% DV)
• Vitamin C: 60mg (67% DV)
• Calcium: 629mg (48% DV)
• Iron: 3mg (18% DV)
• Potassium: 561mg (12% DV)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. The values are based on available data. If you're following a medically restricted diet, please consult your healthcare provider before preparing this recipe.