Description
A heartwarming dish of tender pasta, succulent chicken, and vibrant broccoli in a creamy sauce topped with gooey cheese, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (any shape you like)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup cream or cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, cream (or soup), garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining shredded cheese and grated Parmesan, sprinkling paprika if you desire a vibrant finish.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top for a golden crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best texture, do not overcook the pasta. It should be slightly underdone since it will bake in the oven. Add fresh herbs for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: pasta bake, chicken, broccoli, creamy, easy dinner, family meal