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Cheesy Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

A comforting dish combining creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli enveloped in pasta—perfect for busy lives.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Base
  • 8 ounces penne pasta or any pasta you have on hand
  • 2 cups heavy cream for a rich sauce
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese essential for flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • A sprinkle of Italian seasoning optional
Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Save a cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Toss in minced garlic and stir for another minute.
  4. Add broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the heavy cream, allow it to warm, and gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
  2. Combine the drained pasta, chicken, broccoli, and Alfredo sauce in a large bowl, and stir until well coated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  5. Let it cool briefly before serving.

Notes

This dish reheats beautifully, so consider making a larger batch. You can swap chicken for shrimp or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. If your sauce looks lumpy, it's just the cheese—it will taste divine!