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A bubbling casserole dish of High Protein Alfredo Bake with melted mozzarella and fresh parsley on top.

High Protein Alfredo Bake

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz chickpea penne pasta
  • 1.5 lbs cooked chicken breast, cubed
  • 2 cups low -fat cottage cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup skim milk
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Cook chickpea pasta in boiling water for 2 minutes less than the package instructions to ensure it remains firm during baking; drain and set aside.
  3. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, skim milk, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Process until the texture is completely smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the par-cooked pasta, cubed chicken, and the blended sauce. Mix thoroughly until all components are evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread in an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly over the top.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden and the sauce is bubbling.
  8. Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.