Name: Crack Chicken Alfredo Dump Casserole – Creamy Cheesy Easy Bake
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked penne or rotini pasta; 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade); 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade); 1 ½ cups chicken broth; 1 cup milk or heavy cream; 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-friendly); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; ½ cup cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; Extra cheese for topping

Ingredients

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For the Casserole:

2 cups uncooked penne or rotini pasta
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 cup milk or heavy cream
1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-friendly)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cream cheese, softened

Optional Toppings:

2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Extra cheese for topping

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2:

In a large mixing bowl, combine Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, milk (or cream), ranch seasoning, minced garlic, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.

Step 3:

Add the uncooked pasta directly into the baking dish. Spread it evenly across the bottom.

Step 4:

Layer the shredded chicken evenly over the pasta.

Step 5:

Pour the prepared Alfredo mixture over the chicken and pasta, ensuring everything is well covered.

Step 6:

Add small dollops of cream cheese across the top for extra creaminess.

Step 7:

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture and ensure the pasta cooks properly.

Step 8:

Bake for 40 minutes. This allows the pasta to absorb the liquid and soften.

Step 9:

Remove the foil, stir gently to combine, then sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Step 10:

Return to the oven uncovered and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Step 11:

Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow it to thicken.

Notes

Make sure the pasta is fully submerged in liquid before baking
Stir halfway through if your oven heats unevenly
Use high-quality Alfredo sauce for best flavor
Avoid overbaking to prevent dry pasta

Let the dish rest before serving for a thicker texture