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High Protein Alfredo Bake

High Protein Alfredo Bake

This High Protein Alfredo Bake is a creamy, delicious dish that combines chicken, broccoli, and high-protein pasta for a nutritious family meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Protein
  • 8 oz high protein pasta such as chickpea or lentil pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh, or thawed if frozen
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk any kind
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish. Cook pasta 1-2 minutes less than package directions (usually 6-8 minutes for chickpea pasta). Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink in the center and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 5-7 minutes. Add broccoli and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, garlic, chicken broth, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down sides if needed.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture. Add the cooked pasta and stir to combine evenly.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese in an even layer.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly around the edges and the cheese is melted with golden spots on top.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 32gFat: 14g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite vegetables or protein sources, such as shrimp or tofu, and adjust the seasonings to your taste.

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