Description
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is a creamy, comforting casserole featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and al dente pasta all baked together with rich Alfredo sauce and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a family dinner, this dish combines savory flavors and a golden cheesy crust for a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
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 Cheese
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking chicken
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking your casserole to golden perfection.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta well.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, fresh broccoli florets, cut chicken pieces, and Alfredo sauce. Toss until everything is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Assemble the Bake: Lightly grease a baking dish and pour the pasta mixture into it. Evenly sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown.
Notes
- You can use either store-bought or homemade Alfredo sauce depending on your preference and time.
- To save time, cook the chicken ahead or use rotisserie chicken.
- Broccoli florets can be lightly steamed before mixing if you prefer softer vegetables.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad or garlic bread.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo bake, broccoli casserole, creamy chicken pasta bake, baked chicken Alfredo, easy family dinner
