Chicken Alfredo is a rich and creamy pasta dish that's a favorite even among the pickiest of eaters. We've taken those familiar flavors and transformed them into an easy casserole recipe that will make busy weeknight dinners a breeze. Here's how to make dump and bake chicken Alfredo.

Dump and Bake Chicken Alfredo Ingredients

Here's a quick look at the ingredients you'll need to make dump and bake chicken Alfredo casserole.

• Broth: You'll need 3 cups of chicken broth to help cook the pasta as the casserole bakes. Choose your favorite purchased broth or make homemade chicken broth.
• Sauce: Choose a 22-ounce jar of Alfredo sauce—any brand will work.
• Seasonings: For more flavor, add minced garlic and crushed red pepper to the sauce mixture. These are optional.
• Pasta: You'll need one 16-ounce box of dried pasta for this dump and bake casserole. We chose the rotini shape, but any short pasta shape will work.
• Chicken: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken. Chop it into bite-size pieces before adding it to the dish.
• Cheese: We're topping the chicken casserole with both mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
• Garnishes: The dish is great as is, but our recipe testers like it best with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.

How to Make Dump and Bake Chicken Alfredo

You can have this dump and bake casserole in the oven in just 10 minutes. Here's a brief look at the steps to make it.

1. In a baking dish, mix the broth, Alfredo sauce, and seasonings, if using.
2. Add the dried pasta and cooked chicken, and cover with foil.
3. Bake until the pasta is cooked and remove from the oven.
4. Top with mozzarella cheese and bake for 5 more minutes.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, and serve.