CHICKEN BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE

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Make and share this Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

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Ingredients

3 ounces cooked penne pasta
salt and pepper
3 cups steamed broccoli (don't overcook the broccoli cook only until firm-soft)
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup onion, chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves, fresh minced or chopped (or more or less to suit taste)
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups good quality chicken broth
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream or 1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 bay leaf
1 lb chicken breast, cut in small pieces or strips (uncooked)
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

Set oven to 350 degrees.
Butter an 11 x 8-inch baking pan or a casserole dish.
In a large bowl, toss together the steamed broccoli and the cooked pasta.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat.
Add in the onion; cook for about 3 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the garlic and flour; cook for 1 minute.
Stir in thyme, then slowly whisk in the chicken broth and the half and half cream (or milk); add in the bay leaf and the 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, bring to a medium boil, reduce heat; cook gently for 6-7 minutes, until mixture is thickened.
Add in the chicken pieces; cook for 2-3 minutes, until chicken is barely cooked through.
Remove from heat, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Add the mixture to the bowl with the pasta/broccoli mixture, add in the chopped parsley; stir until mixed.
Transfer to prepared greased baking dish or casserole dish.
Dot with the cottage cheese.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until heated through, and the top is lightly browned.

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Kwarteng Enock

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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the pasta was al dente. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

Inzi Charmlight

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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta was al dente. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the pasta was al dente. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

Nokwezi Naledi

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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, the broccoli is cooked perfectly, and the pasta is always al dente. The cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highl

Oscar Ortega

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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pasta was cooked al dente and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this a

Abid karachi 999

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This was a great recipe! It was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the pasta was al dente. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making

Shane Duckworth

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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was tender and juicy, the pasta was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The broccoli was cooked perfectly and didn't overpower the other flavors.

Thabiiso WakaMbili

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Janeth Sinarillos

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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, the broccoli is cooked perfectly, and the pasta is a

Benevolent

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I made this dish last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The pasta was cooked al dente and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will def

Nsnff Nzznzjd

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This chicken broccoli pasta bake was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the pasta was al dente. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will defini

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