Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream, room temperature
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or substitute with fresh minced garlic)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Butter or high-heat oil, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or high-heat oil.
- Season the chicken pieces well with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add the seasoned chicken. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is no longer pink in the center. Remove it from the pan and set aside.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Toss in the broccoli florets and let them cook for about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan until it transforms into a creamy sauce. Stir in garlic powder along with salt and pepper to taste, and let it thicken slightly for about 3–5 minutes.
- In your prepared baking dish, layer the cooked chicken and blanched broccoli evenly. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the top, ensuring everything is nicely coated.
- Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until bubbling and the top is golden. Broil for an additional 2 minutes for extra browning.
- Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley for color. Pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
