Description
A cozy, family-friendly casserole of chunks of chicken and bright broccoli tossed in a velvety Alfredo sauce, baked until bubbling and browned on top. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for weeknights or a relaxed weekend dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (≈1.5 lb)
- 2 cups broccoli florets, trimmed into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1–2 Tbsp olive oil (for cooking chicken)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13″ or similar baking dish.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Sear the chicken 5–7 minutes per side, until nicely browned and cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli florets, chopped chicken, and Alfredo sauce. Stir until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the cheese turns golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving so it firms up slightly. Serve warm.
Notes
Tips
- For extra flavor, stir in a handful of shredded mozzarella or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- If the broccoli seems undercooked after baking, flash it in the microwave for 1–2 minutes before mixing with the pasta.
- Leftovers keep up to 3 days in the fridge; reheat gently with a splash of milk to refresh the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg