Description
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich, creamy sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this dish will please even the pickiest eaters. With its warm and inviting aroma, it transforms any meal into a delightful occasion. Get ready to enjoy a cozy culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, sauté diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add broccoli florets to the skillet; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until bright green.
- In a separate saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- In the baking dish, mix cooked pasta with the chicken and broccoli. Pour the creamy sauce over top and sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg