Description
A creamy and cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake made with rotini pasta, rotisserie chicken, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, topped with melted mozzarella. A comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces rotini pasta (about 3 ½ cups dried)
- 3 cups broccoli (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups half and half
- 6 ounces cream cheese (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Chicken:
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken (diced)
- For the Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Heat a pot of water until boiling. Cook the rotini pasta 1 minute under al dente, then strain and set aside. (The pasta will cook more in the oven.)
- Steam the Broccoli: Heat 2 inches of water in a saucepan until boiling. Add the broccoli florets, cover, and steam for 3-5 minutes, just until tender. Set aside.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a 12-inch oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in the flour, whisk, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly pour in the half and half, whisking until smooth. Add the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low heat until the sauce thickens.
- Combine the Ingredients: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the cooked pasta, steamed broccoli, and diced rotisserie chicken. Toss to combine.
- Add Cheese: Stir in 1 cup of mozzarella cheese until melted and well combined. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you prefer a richer sauce, you can substitute part of the half-and-half with heavy cream.
- For added flavor, sprinkle some extra Parmesan cheese on top before baking or after it comes out of the oven.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven with a bit of extra sauce to keep it creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 594
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
