CHICKEN BROCCOLI MANICOTTI

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Here's a tasty new way to use up leftover poultry after the holidays. It's a long-standing favorite at our house.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

12 uncooked manicotti shells
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup chicken broth
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
FILLING:
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. For sauce, in a saucepan, saute onion in butter. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually whisk in cream and broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thick and bubbly. Stir in cheeses just until melted., In a bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs, parsley, pepper flakes, salt and nutmeg. Stir in chicken and broccoli; add 1 cup sauce. Drain manicotti; stuff with chicken mixture. , Spread about 1/2 cup cheese sauce in two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Top with manicotti; pour remaining sauce over manicotti. Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 206mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

Mhizz Odetta Bruce
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how good it was.


emmy ranky
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I would definitely recommend it to others!


Illianna Pardo
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great! I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


Khurshed Alam
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I made this for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy chicken filling and the cheesy pasta.


shadow Almai
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This was my first time making manicotti, and it was surprisingly easy! The chicken and broccoli filling was delicious, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!