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cheesy chicken alfredo casserole

Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Bake

This comforting one-dish wonder combines tender chicken, creamy alfredo sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese all baked together to perfection. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it's the ultimate weeknight dinner that brings the whole family to the table.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Casserole, Chicken
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 485kcal

Equipment

Medium Saucepan
Baking Dish

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 1/2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 8 ounce bottle alfredo sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Boil penne noodles until almost cooked (about 2 minutes less than package directions). Drain and set aside.
  • Pour 1/4 of the alfredo sauce into the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish.
  • Place raw chicken breasts on top of the sauce in the baking dish.
  • Pour more alfredo sauce over the chicken, coating completely.
  • Add the partially cooked penne noodles and frozen broccoli around the chicken.
  • Cover everything with the remaining alfredo sauce.
  • Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

Don't fully cook the pasta initially as it will continue cooking in the oven and absorb the alfredo sauce
You can substitute frozen broccoli with fresh broccoli florets, cauliflower, or asparagus
For extra flavor, season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or paprika before baking
This dish can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated before baking - just add 10-15 extra minutes to cook time
Leftover portions reheat well in the microwave or oven with a splash of milk to restore creaminess
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat alfredo sauce and part-skim mozzarella cheese
Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for extra vegetables

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 920mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g