Description
This Irresistible Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is a comforting, creamy casserole perfect for a family dinner. Tender sautéed chicken and fresh broccoli are combined with al dente pasta and a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce, then baked until bubbly and golden. It’s an easy-to-make dish that balances protein, vegetables, and indulgent flavors.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
Broccoli:
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Pasta:
- 8 oz farfalle or penne pasta
Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking and help with easy cleanup.
- Sauté chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into cubes and season with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat with some olive oil, and sauté the chicken cubes until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add vegetables: To the skillet with chicken, add the minced garlic and fresh broccoli florets. Sauté together for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
- Cook pasta: In a large pot, cook the farfalle or penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving some pasta water for the sauce if needed.
- Prepare sauce: In a saucepan over low heat, warm the heavy cream. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning, and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and bake: In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed chicken and broccoli, and the creamy Alfredo sauce. Mix everything well to coat evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and slightly golden on top.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half the heavy cream with milk.
- You can add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Using freshly grated Parmesan is key for a smooth and flavorful sauce.
- Reserve some pasta water to thin the sauce if it becomes too thick.
- Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before serving for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
