Greek Yogurt Chicken Alfredo Bake (Printable)

Creamy, high-protein twist on classic Alfredo with rotisserie chicken, tender pasta, and tangy Greek yogurt sauce.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 3 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
02 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk preferred)
03 - 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pasta

05 - 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

06 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce & Seasonings

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Topping

14 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
04 - Add chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in Greek yogurt, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Parmesan until smooth and creamy. Do not boil.
06 - Fold in shredded rotisserie chicken and chopped spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts slightly.
07 - Transfer cooked pasta to the skillet and mix thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
08 - Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
09 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
10 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High Protein: Packed with 36g of protein per serving from chicken and Greek yogurt.
  • Lighter Alternative: Swaps heavy cream for yogurt while maintaining a rich, creamy texture.
  • Effortless Prep: Uses pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time on busy weeknights.
02 -
  • Pasta Texture: Cook the pasta strictly to al dente, as it will continue to cook and absorb moisture while in the oven.
  • Yogurt Choice: Use whole milk Greek yogurt if you prefer an even creamier, richer sauce.
  • Fresh Garnish: Always add the fresh parsley at the very end to maintain its bright color and flavor.
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