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Low Carb Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake

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A creamy low carb chicken broccoli Alfredo bake made with tender chicken, bright broccoli, melty cheese, and a protein-boosted Alfredo sauce for the perfect cozy dinner.

Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
45 minutes
Total time
55 minutes
Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

1½ lbs chicken breasts, cubed Onion powder, garlic powder, salt to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb broccoli florets 8 oz Alfredo sauce (jarred or homemade) 1 cup cottage cheese, drained Onion powder, garlic powder, salt to taste 1½ cups shredded parmesan cheese 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Blend Sauce: Add cottage cheese to a mini processor and blend smooth. Mix with Alfredo sauce and seasonings.
  3. Season Chicken: Toss cubed chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  4. Brown Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken pieces until golden.
  5. Layer Base: Spread broccoli evenly into the baking dish.
  6. Add Chicken: Scatter browned chicken over broccoli.
  7. Add Parmesan: Sprinkle parmesan cheese across the dish.
  8. Pour Sauce: Spread the creamy Alfredo-cottage cheese mixture evenly.
  9. Top with Mozzarella: Add mozzarella in a full, even layer.
  10. Bake: Bake 35 minutes until bubbling. Broil 1–2 minutes for browning.

Notes

Cut broccoli small for even cooking. Shred cheese fresh for ideal melting. Season every layer for best flavor. Optional homemade Alfredo includes butter, heavy cream, garlic, Italian herbs, and parmesan.

Nutrition

Calories
721
Fat
42g
Saturated fat
19g
Sugar
5g
Sodium
1645mg
Protein
70g
Carbohydrates
13g
Fiber
3g