Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Casserole
"Found this recipe on pinterest. Easy to make. Nothing not to like!"
photo by Aunt Sukki
- Ready In:
- 50mins
- Ingredients:
- 11
- Serves:
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8
ingredients
- 2 1⁄2 cups uncooked pasta (any kind)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen)
- 1 (16 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
- 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil (or to taste)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, & pepper to taste
- 1⁄2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
directions
- Cook pasta per package. Drain & place into large mixing bowl.
- On Medium-High heat, warm up olive oil in skillet. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Cut broccoli into bite sized pieces, place in microwave safe bowl, add 2 tablespoons water, cover with plastic wrap. Microwave 4 minutes, stir & microwave an additional 4 minutes or until it reaches your desired crunchiness.
- Place the chicken, broccoli, alfredo sauce, 1 3/4 cups of cheese & spices into the bowl with the pasta. Mix together.
- Spray a 9" x 13" pan with cooking spray & dump the pasta/chicken mixture inside.
- In a small bow mix the bread crumbs, melted butter & remaining 1/4 cup of cheese. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted & the edges are bubbling.
Questions & Replies
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Cover or leave uncovered while baking?
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Oven temp?
Reviews
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What is the oven temp?
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YOU NEED TO ADD THE OVEN TEMP - NUMEROUS PEOPLE KEEP ASKING FOR IT!!!!!! -
Should I cover before baking it or uncovered?
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DH really enjoyed this one. It would be okay not doing the final step in the oven since everything is already cooked, but then you would miss the yummy topping.
