Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake
A comforting casserole featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for any family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pasta)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes, and set aside.
- Cook the broccoli in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Make the Alfredo sauce in the skillet by melting butter and sautéing garlic and onion, then stir in the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, and Alfredo sauce in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden, broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Can be made ahead of time and frozen for convenience. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, broccoli, alfredo, casserole, comfort food
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