Description

This Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Bake is a creamy, comforting casserole perfect for a family dinner. Featuring tender cooked chicken, al dente penne pasta, and nutritious broccoli florets baked in a rich Alfredo sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this dish is both hearty and flavorful. It’s an easy one-pan bake that combines classic Italian flavors with wholesome ingredients to create a satisfying meal ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
4 cups cooked penne pasta (about 8 ounces dry)
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched
1 (15-ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Boil the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to blanch them. Drain the pasta and broccoli thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, drained pasta and broccoli, Alfredo sauce, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour the mixture into it, spreading it out evenly for consistent cooking.
Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the mixture to create a golden, cheesy crust during baking.
Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the dish is hot, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown.
Optional Broil: For extra browning and a crispier cheese topping, broil the casserole for 1–2 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent the cheese from burning.
Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, then serve the bake hot for a delicious and comforting meal.

Notes

You can use either shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
Steaming or blanching broccoli just until tender helps maintain its bright color and crisp texture.
Feel free to substitute penne pasta with other short pasta shapes like rigatoni or ziti.
If preferred, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture for a subtle kick.
This dish can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking cold.