Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake

Enjoy your delicious Keto Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake!

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp butter, divided
• 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 tbsp chicken broth
• 12 oz steam bag of frozen broccoli
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup pepper jack cheese, grated
• 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
• 1/4 tsp basil

Instructions:

1. Cook Chicken:
   • Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet.
   • Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper before placing it in the skillet.
   • Sear on both sides.
   • Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer on low until the chicken is no longer pink.
   • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Deglaze the Pan:
   • Pour 2 tbsp chicken broth into the hot skillet to deglaze it, scraping off the flavorful bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Leave the bits in the pan for added flavor.
3. Prepare Broccoli:
   • Steam the frozen broccoli in the microwave according to package directions or steam on the stove.
4. Make Alfredo Sauce:
   • Add 2 tbsp butter to the skillet along with minced garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
   • Add softened cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, and Italian seasoning to the minced garlic. Stir continuously with a whisk on medium heat until thoroughly combined.
   • Reduce to medium/low heat and simmer until the heavy whipping cream has reduced and thickened, whisking to prevent sticking.
5. Add Cheeses:
   • Once the sauce has thickened, add parmesan and pepper jack cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses melt, and the sauce is smooth.
6. Combine Ingredients:
   • Drain the steamed broccoli.
   • Add the chicken and broccoli to the keto alfredo sauce, stirring until thoroughly combined. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
7. Bake:
   • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken alfredo broccoli mixture, then sprinkle basil on top.
   • Place the baking dish in the oven on the top rack under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until the mozzarella cheese begins to bubble and brown.
8. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.