CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aunt Sukki

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • 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.

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