Chicken Broccoli Baked Alfredo
Chicken Broccoli Baked Alfredo is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and al dente pasta bathed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. This one-pot wonder is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, delivering both flavor and nostalgia with every bite. Easy to prepare and delightful to savor, your loved ones will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté chicken in olive oil over medium heat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until golden brown; slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3 minutes).
- In the same skillet, combine heavy cream and Alfredo sauce over low heat; add drained pasta, sliced chicken, broccoli, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with remaining Parmesan cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or mix in sun-dried tomatoes for added flavor. Spice it up with red pepper flakes or opt for whole wheat pasta for a healthier alternative.