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Wholesome Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake

A comforting and creamy blend of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and cozy pasta in a cheesy Alfredo sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken.
  • 3 cups broccoli florets Blanch until bright green.
  • 3 cups cooked pasta Penne or fettuccine suggested.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • optional Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the broccoli florets, cooking them for 2-3 minutes until they’re bright green and slightly tender. Carefully transfer them to a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauce and Assembly
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the cream starts to thicken.
  3. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, broccoli, and pasta with the Alfredo sauce. Mix until everything is well-coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to swap out broccoli for spinach or add sun-dried tomatoes. For a healthy spin, use whole-grain pasta or low-fat cream alternative.

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