Description

A rich and creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and al dente pasta all smothered in a luscious Alfredo sauce and topped with melted Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a comforting family dinner with a balance of protein, vegetables, and indulgent flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Vegetables

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 cups fresh broccoli florets

Pasta

8 oz penne or rotini pasta

Sauce and Seasoning

2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Olive oil for cooking chicken

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking your casserole later.
Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, fresh broccoli florets, cut chicken pieces, and Alfredo sauce. Stir gently until everything is well coated.
Assemble Bake: Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese over the top to create a golden crust.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

You can substitute fresh broccoli with frozen florets if needed, just thaw and drain excess water.
Feel free to add mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables.
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat Alfredo sauce and less cheese.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Make sure not to overcook pasta initially since it will cook more in the oven.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking, Sautéing, Boiling
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Bake, Broccoli Casserole, Creamy Chicken Pasta, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Baked Pasta Recipe