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Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

If you’re looking for the ultimate cozy dinner that the whole family will love, this Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta checks every box. It’s creamy, cheesy, packed with tender chicken and fresh broccoli, and finished with a creamy and cheesy sauce that makes every bite irresistible. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or casual gatherings, because it combines simple ingredients into a rich, comforting dish that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant. The best part? It all comes together in about 45 minutes.

broccoli and chicken alfredo pasta casserole

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta Bake

This Baked Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is one of those recipes that quickly becomes a family favorite. It’s creamy, hearty, and comforting, with just the right balance of cheesy goodness and fresh broccoli. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or bringing a dish to share, this recipe is guaranteed to disappear fast. If you love baked pasta casseroles with a lot of flavor, you should also try my Sausage Pasta Bake.

Tips for the Best Chicken Alfredo Bake

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
    I cooked my own chicken breast in this recipe, but feel free to use rotisserie chicken. It saves time and adds extra flavor.
  • Grate your own cheese
    Freshly grated cheese melts better and creates a smoother sauce.
  • Don’t overcook the pasta
    Keeping it al dente prevents the pasta from becoming mushy after baking.

If you’re craving a comforting, creamy pasta dish that’s easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests, this baked chicken and broccoli alfredo is exactly what you need. Tender pieces of chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and fresh broccoli are coated in a rich Alfredo sauce(store-bought to make it easier), then baked under a blanket of melted cheese until golden and bubbly.

This chicken broccoli Alfredo bake is one of the best pasta casserole recipes because it’s:

  • Protein-packed chicken breast and bone broth
  • Creamy cheesy sauce
  • Great for leftovers and meal prep
  • Family-friendly comfort food
baked chicken alfredo pasta casserole with broccoli

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

What Is Alfredo Sauce?

Alfredo sauce is a creamy white pasta sauce traditionally made with butter, Parmesan cheese, and pasta water. The modern version commonly used in the United States includes heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan, creating a thicker and richer sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta.

This creamy garlic Parmesan sauce has become a staple for comfort food dishes and is especially popular in recipes like fettuccine Alfredo and chicken Alfredo pasta.

I used a store bought alfredo sauce in this recipe to save some time. I like the one from Trader Joe’s but I always add more seasoning when I use it. In this recipe, I combine the alfredo sauce with bone broth to make it a bit creamier, and then I add cheese throughout to add flavor. This recipe is the perfect balance of hearty, creamy, and satisfying, and it’s a great way to sneak some veggies into a family favorite. Plus, it’s ideal for meal prep, leftovers, or feeding a crowd.

baked chicken and broccoli alfredo

What can you serve with this Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo?

  • Garlic bread
  • Caesar salad
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Simple green salad with vinaigrette

How to store and Reheat your Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

  • Refrigerator:
    Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freezer:
    You can freeze the unbaked pasta casserole for up to 2 months.
  • Reheating:
    Warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through, or microwave individual portions.
chicken and broccoli alfredo pasta bake

How to make this Broccoli and Chicken Alfredo Casserole

INGREDIENTS  

  • 16 oz pasta cooked al dente
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 12 oz broccoli broken up into small florets
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced or sliced thin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 15 oz alfredo sauce
  • 24 oz chicken bone broth
  • 2.5 cups Italian Cheese Blend with Mozzarella shredded
  • red pepper flakes optional

INSTRUCTIONS 

  • cut the raw chicken into small pieces, set aside.
  • heat up an extra large oven safe pan on medium heat and cook the onion until it is starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for additional 2 minutes.1/2 yellow onion, 3 cloves garlic
  • preheat your oven to 400F
  • boil the pasta in a large pot until al dente, about 8 minutes.16 oz pasta
  • add the chicken and seasoning to the pan. Cook until the chicken has a light sear on all sides. It does not need to be fully cooked as it will finish cooking in the oven later. 1 lb chicken breast, 1 tsp seasoning salt, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp paprika
  • remove the pan from the heat and add the broccoli, drained pasta, alfredo sauce, bone broth, and half of the cheese. mix well12 oz broccoli, 15 oz alfredo sauce, 24 oz chicken bone broth
  • top with remaining cheese and bake for 25 – 30 minutes or until the cheese is starting to brown. 2.5 cups Italian Cheese Blend with Mozzarella

Broccoli and Chicken Alfredo Casserole

If you’re looking for the ultimate cozy dinner that the whole family will love, this Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta checks every box. It’s creamy, cheesy, packed with tender chicken and fresh broccoli, and finished with a creamy and cheesy sauce that makes every bite irresistible.

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz pasta cooked al dente
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 12 oz broccoli broken up into small florets
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced or sliced thin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 15 oz alfredo sauce
  • 24 oz chicken bone broth
  • 2.5 cups Italian Cheese Blend with Mozzarella shredded
  • red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • cut the raw chicken into small pieces, set aside.
  • heat up an extra large oven safe pan on medium heat and cook the onion until it is starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for additional 2 minutes.
    1/2 yellow onion, 3 cloves garlic
  • preheat your oven to 400F
  • boil the pasta in a large pot until al dente, about 8 minutes.
    16 oz pasta
  • add the chicken and seasoning to the pan. Cook until the chicken has a light sear on all sides. It does not need to be fully cooked as it will finish cooking in the oven later.
    1 lb chicken breast, 1 tsp seasoning salt, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp paprika
  • remove the pan from the heat and add the broccoli, drained pasta, alfredo sauce, bone broth, and half of the cheese. mix well
    12 oz broccoli, 15 oz alfredo sauce, 24 oz chicken bone broth
  • top with remaining cheese and bake for 25 – 30 minutes or until the cheese is starting to brown.
    2.5 cups Italian Cheese Blend with Mozzarella

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