Description
A creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake that combines tender chicken, broccoli, and pasta in a rich Alfredo sauce, topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a spacious bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and broccoli florets.
- Pour in the Alfredo sauce and season with garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Drizzle a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the pasta mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For an extra creamy dish, consider adding an additional half cup of Alfredo sauce before baking.
- You can switch out the chicken for shrimp or sautéed mushrooms for a unique twist.
- If you enjoy a crunchy topping, mix breadcrumbs with a little olive oil and sprinkle them on top before the final bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake, Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Casserole