Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender pasta, juicy chicken, and fresh broccoli in a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe brings nostalgic flavors to your table. With its golden-brown topping and rich flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz short pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil water in a large pot.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until cooked through (about 6 minutes per side). Remove from heat and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pasta, broccoli, chicken, and cheese sauce; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with additional cheddar if desired, and bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg