Description
Broccoli Chicken Casserole
This comforting Broccoli Chicken Casserole brings back nostalgic memories of classic family dinners, but with a modern, healthier twist. Instead of the canned cream of mushroom soup, this version features a homemade creamy mushroom sauce for an extra rich flavor. With tender chicken, your choice of pasta, lots of sharp cheddar, and plenty of broccoli, it’s creamy comfort food that’s still lightened-up and nutritious. Perfect for a cozy family meal that disappears in a flash!
8 oz uncooked pasta (any type)
1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (or 1 lb frozen)
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
1 small white onion, sliced
8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp flour
1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups cooked chicken, diced
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Add broccoli for the last minute. Drain.
3. Sauté onion, mushrooms, and garlic in butter until soft. Add flour, then stock, milk, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer and stir in 1 cup cheese.
4. Combine pasta, broccoli, sauce, and chicken in a baking dish.
5. Bake 15 mins. Top with remaining cheese, bake another 10 mins.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Kcal: 350 per serving
