Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake is the ultimate one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Tender pieces of chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and nutrient-packed broccoli come together in a rich, homemade cheddar cheese sauce. Finished with a golden, crunchy topping of Parmesan and breadcrumbs, every bite is bursting with savory goodness. This easy-to-make casserole is baked to bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes and serves as a satisfying and well-balanced dish. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding a crowd, this chicken pasta casserole delivers hearty flavors that everyone will love. Perfect for fans of baked pasta recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet, let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk and chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir for 4-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli, chicken, and cheese sauce. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer.
In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 913 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 345 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
