Description
A comforting bake that combines creamy Alfredo sauce with tender chicken, broccoli, and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, broccoli, and Alfredo sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top it with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Consider using whole wheat pasta or adding seasonal vegetables for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, Alfredo sauce, creamy bake, broccoli, family dinner