Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Broccoli Bake, a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and perfectly cooked rotini pasta enveloped in a creamy Alfredo sauce. Topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this casserole is sure to impress at family dinners or gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this dish promises comfort and satisfaction for everyone at the table. Whether you’re serving it on a busy weeknight or for special occasions, this cheesy bake is bound to become a new favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add broccoli to the pasta water; drain with pasta.
- In a large bowl, mix chicken with seasonings, Parmesan cheese, pasta, and broccoli.
- Prepare Alfredo sauce by simmering heavy cream and olive oil in a saucepan; stir in mozzarella until smooth.
- Combine the sauce with the chicken mixture until well-coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish; top with breadcrumbs if desired and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg