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High Protein Chicken Alfredo Bake

High protein chicken alfredo bake in a 9x13 dish with golden bubbly mozzarella cheese on top
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A creamy, cheesy low carb chicken alfredo bake packed with 40g of protein per serving. Easy to make and perfect for weekly meal prep or a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through with no pink inside. Add minced garlic and cook one more minute until fragrant.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until completely smooth with no lumps.
  4. Pour the cream mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Add chicken broth and stir well to combine. Add broccoli florets if using and stir them in.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the entire surface.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden. For a crispier top, broil for the final 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely.
  8. Remove from oven and rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Notes

  • For extra protein, stir one scoop of unflavored protein powder into the sauce before baking. It blends in completely and does not affect flavor.
  • If the sauce is too thick before baking, add a splash more chicken broth. It will firm up as it rests after baking.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-packaged shredded varieties and produces a creamier sauce.

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