Description
Dump and Bake Chicken Alfredo Casserole is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines tender pasta, succulent chicken, and vibrant broccoli in a creamy Alfredo sauce. This easy recipe requires no pre-cooking, allowing you to simply mix all the ingredients together and pop it in the oven. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this cheesy casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. The melted cheese on top adds an irresistible richness, while the flexibility of ingredients means you can customize it to suit your family’s tastes. Enjoy this hassle-free dish that’s both delicious and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (16 oz) penne pasta
- 2 jars (15 oz each) Alfredo sauce
- 3 cups chicken stock or broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded Italian blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Spray a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In the prepared dish, combine penne pasta, both jars of Alfredo sauce, chicken stock, cooked shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, and seasonings. Mix until well combined and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes (35 for al dente pasta; 45 for softer). Uncover halfway through baking and stir gently.
- After baking, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and broil for a few minutes until melted and golden brown.
- Allow to set for about 5 minutes before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg