Chicken and Broccoli Baked Alfredo Recipe

Yayınlanma: 11 October 2024 - 16:45

This lightened-up version of Chicken and Broccoli Baked Alfredo is perfect for those looking to enjoy a creamy, cheesy pasta dish while staying on track. Whole wheat pasta, tender chicken, and nutritious broccoli come together in a reduced-fat Alfredo sauce, with just the right amount of cheese for a satisfying yet WW-friendly meal. A great balance of flavor and texture!

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Chicken and Broccoli Baked Alfredo Recipe
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Chicken and Broccoli Baked Alfredo Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook the whole wheat rigatoni pasta in boiling salted water, but stop 3-4 minutes before it’s al dente. Add broccoli florets to the pasta pot for the last 3 minutes. Drain well.
  • In a 9x13-inch baking dish, combine the pasta, broccoli, shredded chicken, light Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well coated.
  • Sprinkle the top with the shredded reduced-fat mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

WW Points Calculation:

  • Whole wheat rigatoni pasta (8 oz): 8 points
  • Rotisserie chicken (skinless, shredded): 0 points
  • Light Alfredo sauce (1 cup): 7 points
  • Fresh broccoli florets (1 ½ cups): 0 points
  • Reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (½ cup): 6 points
  • Parmesan cheese (¼ cup): 4 points
  • Garlic powder, salt, pepper: 0 points

Total Points: 25 points
Servings: 6
Points Per Serving: 4.17 points

Nutrition Information (per serving):

  • Calories: ~240
  • Fat: ~8g
  • Protein: ~20g
  • Carbohydrates: ~25g
  • Sugar: ~3g
  • Sodium: ~550mg

I'm waiting for your comments! Enjoy!

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