Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Bake

Here’s a delicious recipe for Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Bake!

Ingredients

For the Pasta Bake:

• 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
• 1 cup cream (or half-and-half)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Pasta:
   Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Broccoli:
   If using fresh broccoli, steam or blanch it for a few minutes until tender. If using frozen, simply thaw it.
4. Make the Sauce:
   In a large bowl, combine the cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir in the cooked chicken, broccoli, and cooked pasta.
5. Combine with Cheese:
   Mix in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish:
   Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
7. Prepare the Topping:
   In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the pasta bake.
8. Bake:
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
9. Serve:
   Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy broccoli and chicken pasta bake!

Feel free to customize it with additional vegetables or spices to suit your taste!