Dump-and-Bake Chicken and Ravioli in Alfredo Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 -8 servings
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Calories
425 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Dump-and-Bake Chicken and Ravioli in Alfredo Sauce
Description
Dump-and-Bake Chicken and Ravioli in Alfredo Sauce brings together frozen miniature cheese ravioli and chopped cooked chicken coated in a rich Alfredo sauce, baked until tender. The peas stirred in partway add a bright contrast to the creamy base, while shredded mozzarella melted on top forms a gratin-like crust. Baking covered then uncovered allows the pasta to cook through evenly without drying out. The dish offers creamy and cheesy mouthfeel with bites of soft ravioli centered with rich cheese and savory chicken.
The texture is tender with slightly firm ravioli edges and a smooth Alfredo sauce base. The peas contribute subtle sweetness and a vivid hue, balancing the richness. As a one-dish baked casserole, it’s well-suited for an effortless weeknight dinner requiring only straightforward layering and baking steps.
To serve, spoon onto plates with a side of vegetables or a green salad for freshness. Leftovers can be reheated and remain satisfying the next day, making it convenient for meal prep or family meals.
Ingredients
- 24 ounces cheese ravioli frozen miniature
- 9 ounce chicken cooked, about 1 ¾ cups, chopped or shredded
- 36 ounces Alfredo sauce about 4 ¼ cups
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F (200C). Spray a 9x13-inch dish with cooking spray.
- Stir together ravioli (still frozen is fine), chicken, and Alfredo sauce in the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover, stir in the peas, and top with cheese.
- Continue baking, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until cheese is browned and ravioli is tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 425 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 425kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Cholesterol | 219mg | 73% |
| Sodium | 1429mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 162mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 345IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 9.7mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 12.8mg | 71% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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