Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is a comforting, creamy dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and pasta in a rich Alfredo sauce. This delightful bake is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, filling your home with irresistible aromas. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a blend of flavors and textures that create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (about 6 minutes). Add broccoli and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream while stirring; heat until almost boiling. Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the chicken, broccoli, and sauce; transfer to the greased baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes to brown the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Try swapping chicken for turkey or adding sautéed onions for extra flavor. For lighter options, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or low-fat milk.