Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake—a perfect comfort food dish for family dinners or gatherings. This delightful recipe features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce, all baked to golden perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, it’s versatile! Feel free to swap out vegetables or pasta shapes to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you’re serving it at a casual weeknight dinner or a festive occasion, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz farfalle or penne pasta
- 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 the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté cubed chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green.
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium-low; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add Italian seasoning.
- Combine cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, and sauce in the baking dish until well coated.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg