Savory Banana Pepper Chicken Alfredo Bake You’ll Crave

This Banana Pepper Chicken Alfredo Bake combines creamy Alfredo sauce with banana peppers for a comforting, customizable dish that's perfect for dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian-American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

1 cup Banana Peppers hot or mild varieties
2 cups Chicken (pre-cooked shredded/cubed) turkey or tofu can be substituted
8 ounces Pasta (penne/rigatoni) whole wheat for added nutrition
1 cup Alfredo Sauce homemade or store-bought
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese dairy-free options available
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese reduced-fat optional

Toppings

1/4 cup Extra Parmesan Cheese sprinkle on top before baking
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chop and sprinkle before serving

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Combine the drained pasta with chicken, banana peppers, and Alfredo sauce in a mixing bowl.
Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese on top of the pasta mixture.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or a green salad for a complete meal. Reheat leftovers with a splash of milk or broth to maintain creaminess.

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