Description
Enjoy a comforting Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fettuccine pasta, all smothered in a creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- About 2 minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets to the pot. Drain the pasta and broccoli in a colander and set aside.
- If using homemade Alfredo sauce, melt 1/2 cup of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cups of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and remove from heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, drained pasta, and broccoli. Pour in the Alfredo sauce, and sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Add Italian seasoning if desired.
- Mix everything together until the pasta, chicken, and broccoli are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Pour the chicken, broccoli, and pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow the dish to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top.
- Scoop out portions and enjoy with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
- For a homemade Alfredo sauce, feel free to adjust the garlic and cheese to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes