Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake, the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and pasta all enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone returning for seconds. With its creamy texture and cheesy finish, this Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
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 oven to 375°F (190°C) and 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). Remove from heat.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli to the skillet; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green.
- In a cooking pot, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a saucepan over low heat, warm heavy cream. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add Italian seasoning.
- In the greased baking dish, mix cooked pasta, sautéed chicken, broccoli, and creamy sauce until well coated.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg