Shrimp-Alfredo Pasta Bake Recipe

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes), stirring frequently.
3. Whisk in the flour and continue cooking until lightly browned (about 1 minute).
4. Slowly whisk in the milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
5. Stir in the cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth (about 1 minute).
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
7. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Set aside.
8. In the medium bowl, combine the shrimp, one tablespoon of the olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
9. Spread the shrimp mixture onto the baking sheet. Bake just until the shrimp is pink, firm and cooked through (about 6 minutes). Remove from the oven and set aside.
10. Cook the pasta according to its package instructions. Set aside.
11. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
12. Coat an 8x8 inch baking dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
13. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp mixture, pasta, tomatoes, Mozzarella, red pepper flakes, and alfredo sauce. Place this mixture in the baking dish and top with Parmesan and parsley.
14. Bake until golden brown (about 10 minutes).