Chicken Alfredo Bake
Chicken Alfredo Bake is a comforting baked pasta dish that combines tender chicken, fettuccine noodles, and a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, often topped with melted cheese. Originating as an American-Italian fusion, it's a popular family meal known for its hearty and satisfying nature.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in calories, fat (especially saturated fat from cream and cheese), and protein from the chicken, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the pasta. A single serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, providing significant calcium and phosphorus from the dairy components.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Calcium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin A | 320 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 350 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the adaptation of Italian flavors into American home cooking, emphasizing richness and convenience. Nutritionally, its high fat and calorie content makes it a classic example of a 'comfort food' designed for indulgence rather than everyday dietary balance.
