Recipe of the Week - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake

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Want a quick and simple way to get dinner done and add in some veggies then look no further at this yummy bake that is ready in less than a hour!

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed

  • 2 medium heads of broccoli

  • 16 oz penne pasta

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 1 medium yellow onion diced

  • 2 tbsp minced garlic

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp Italian seasonings

  • 1 tsp kosher salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock

  • 1/2 cup half and half

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

  2. Spray a 9"x13" casserole dish with nonstick spray and set aside

  3. Fill a large pot with water and bring to boil.

  4. Quarter each head of broccoli to create 8 large pieces. Once pot is boiling add broccoli and cook for 2 minutes. Remove broccoli and set aside to cool. Once cool, chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces.

  5. Using the same pot of water, cook pasta according to the package. Once pasta is done, drain and set aside.

  6. Meanwhile, add olive oil to a large deep skillet. Once hot, add cubed chicken breasts. Sauté, stirring occasionally for 6-7 minutes or until chicken is browned. Remove chicken and set aside. (Note, chicken will not be fully cooked at this point).

  7. Using the same skillet, add butter, onions, and garlic. Stir until well combined and sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  8. Add flour, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper, stir until well combined. Continue cooking, stirring often, for 1-2 more minutes.

  9. Add milk and chicken stock; stir until well combined. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, add half and half along with the cubed chicken and broccoli. Once mixture returns to boil, remove skillet from heat and transfer mixture into the prepared casserole dish.

  10. Add cooked pasts to dish and stir until well combined.

  11. Top dish with parmesan cheese and mozzarella.

  12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until top is golden brown.