Description
This Chicken Broccoli Alfredo recipe is a creamy, comforting baked pasta dish combining tender chicken, fresh steamed broccoli, and a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce. Made with simple ingredients and baked to perfection with a bubbly mozzarella topping, it makes a perfect weeknight meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (⅜ stick)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2½ cups half-and-half
- 4 ounces cream cheese (½ brick, room temp)
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces cooked rotini pasta (al dente)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed)
- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 13×9-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until the mixture turns golden and bubbly, forming a roux. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half, continuing to whisk until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken.
- Add Cheeses and Seasonings: Stir in the cream cheese and shredded Parmesan until fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy texture. Add the garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper to taste, then remove the sauce from heat.
- Combine Pasta and Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rotini pasta, steamed broccoli florets, cubed cooked chicken, and the prepared Alfredo sauce. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish in an even layer. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Bake and Broil: Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F for 15 minutes. Then switch to the broil setting and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully until the mozzarella cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving warm for maximum flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- This baked chicken broccoli Alfredo is incredibly creamy and flavorful with just 10 ingredients.
- Using pre-cooked chicken and steamed broccoli speeds up the preparation time significantly.
- Be sure to watch closely during broiling to prevent cheese from burning.
- You can substitute rotini pasta with penne or rigatoni as desired.
- For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half with reduced fat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 709 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 937 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 146 mg
