Description
Looking for the best Creamy Chicken Alfredo Bake with Broccoli? This easy and quick recipe combines tender chicken creamy Alfredo sauce and fresh broccoli for a simple and healthy dinner idea. Perfect for busy weeknights family meals potlucks or cozy gatherings this baked dish delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. It is one of the best comfort food recipes that is beginner friendly meal prep ready and always satisfying straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Season chicken with salt and black pepper. Tip Even seasoning helps flavor the entire bake.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6 to 8 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through then set aside.
- In the same skillet melt butter and add garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Tip Stir constantly to avoid burning.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened. Tip Keep heat low to prevent curdling.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Place chicken and broccoli in a baking dish. Pour sauce evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden. Tip Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Steam broccoli briefly for softer texture.
- Add mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use freshly grated cheese for smoother sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg