Chicken Smothered in Cheesy Alfredo Three-Cheese Spaghetti Sauce
Indulge in Chicken Smothered in Cheesy Alfredo Three-Cheese Spaghetti Sauce, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, creamy alfredo sauce featuring Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese. This comforting dish, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti, is ideal for family dinners or cozy date nights. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone at the table wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and place them in the baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, and dried herbs. Stir until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes to brown the top.
- While baking, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Serve spaghetti on plates topped with chicken and drizzled with remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1 cup of pasta and chicken)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg