Greek Yogurt Chicken Alfredo Bake (Print Version)

Tender pasta with shredded chicken in a creamy Greek yogurt Alfredo sauce, baked to golden perfection.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 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 with sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
08 - Transfer mixture to 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 - Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • High-protein and lighter than traditional heavy cream-based sauces.
  • Quick and convenient using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
  • Tender pasta and melted cheese provide ultimate comfort.
  • Easily customizable with extra vegetables or different pasta types.
02 -
  • Ensure the pasta is cooked only to al dente, as it will finish cooking in the oven and absorb the sauce.
  • If you have food sensitivities, always double-check labels on packaged chicken and cheeses for dairy or gluten.
  • Letting the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking helps the sauce set slightly for better serving.
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