Cooking with Kimmi - Anabolic Alfredo Pasta Bake

A creamy, calorie-dense, muscle-fueling oven dish to power your bulk.

💥 Why It Works:

• High in calories and protein

• Balanced carbs for glycogen and energy

• Meal-prep friendly (freezes and reheats well)

• Comfort food meets clean bulk

📝 Ingredients (4 servings):

• 250g wholegrain or protein pasta (penne or fusilli work best)

• 500g chicken breast or thigh, diced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta (for extra protein)

• 1/2 cup grated parmesan or cheddar

• 1/2 cup milk (or cream for more calories)

• 1 scoop unflavored or savory whey protein (optional, but game-changing)

• 1 cup steamed broccoli or spinach

• Salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika to taste

• Optional: top with breadcrumbs or crushed nuts for texture

🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Sauté chicken in olive oil with seasonings until cooked through.

3. In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, cottage cheese, milk, parmesan, greens, cooked chicken, and whey protein (if using).

4. Transfer to a baking dish. Top with extra cheese.

5. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

6. Divide into 4 meals, each packing 40–50g protein and ~700–900 calories.

⚡ Growth Mods:

• Swap chicken for lean beef or pork mince

• Add sweetcorn, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor

• Drizzle olive oil or top with avocado slices after baking to up the calories