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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake
This Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo is one of the best alfredo recipes. It's creamy and a great way to make a quick dinner that's packed full of chicken, broccoli and smothered in cheesy alfredo sauce.
Equipment
- Nonstick Cooking Spray
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Penne pasta
- 1 Shallot, minced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Alfredo sauce
- ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning Blend
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets, about 1 pound
- 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- Prepare pasta according to the package directions, reducing cooking time by 1 minute.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shallots. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Stir in the Alfredo sauce and the Italian Seasoning Blend. Cook until heated through. Set aside.
- Two minutes before the pasta is done cooking, add the broccoli florets to the pasta water.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Add the chicken, Alfredo sauce mixture, All Purpose Seasoning Blend and parmesan to the casserole dish and toss together.
- Spread the mixture into an even layer, and top it with the shredded mozzarella.
- Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Christina's Notes
- Sear the Chicken First: Browning the chicken before baking adds depth and keeps it juicy. Rotisserie chicken works too for a shortcut.
- Steam Broccoli Lightly: Par-cook broccoli to preserve its vibrant color and slight crunch. Overcooked florets can turn mushy in the bake.
- Use a Mix of Cheeses: Blend Parmesan for sharpness and mozzarella for meltiness. A touch of provolone or fontina adds richness.
- Add Pasta Water: Reserve some starchy water to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much before baking.