PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND CORNBREAD

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Like so many of you, I have grandchildren, each with their own fussy palate. I am always trying to come up with recipes that all will eat at the same time. I am sure that this is not diet food nor the healthest meal I've ever made but this concoction was enjoyed even by the adults!. I made a lot but the recipe can be cut down as you need. And....since everything is cooked prior to going into the casserole, you can make this up to two days before, hold in fridge, and heat it up when you are ready!

Provided by Happy Harry 2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 hearty servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 lb orzo pasta (or small shells)
1 tablespoon table salt (for pasta water)
2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes cornbread mix
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
4 ounces low-fat milk
2 tablespoons horseradish, cream style
1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground sage
fresh ground black pepper
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Poach chicken breasts in broth with bay leaf on medium heat. Add enough water to the pot to cover the chicken. Do not overcook. Remove from broth to cool and set aside the broth -- do not throw away.
  • To a large pot of boiling, salted water, add pasta. Bring water back to a boil, stir pasta and cook only five minutes after boil restarts. Strain and rinse with cold water. Set aside. The pasta will still be raw in center but will finish cooking in the oven.
  • Prepare cornbread mix re: package directions. Pour into a lightly greased 9x13 pan. Bake until a deep golden brown crust appears. Set aside to cool.
  • In large mixing bowl, stir together the canned soup ,milk, horseradish, sage, and pepper. This will be rather stiff. Add milk in small amounts until you have a custard consistency. Stir in the pasta and mix well covering all the pasta.
  • Cut chicken into cubes. Cut cornbread into cubes. Once all is cooled down, fold into the soup mixture. Let sit, covered about 20 minutes. Gently stir. If it appears dry, add some of the leftover broth until it is creamy again.
  • Cover with foil Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, uncover, continue baking until top is lightly browned.
  • ++If you are not use to using ground sage, try the 1/4 teaspoons.
  • Of course, you know your own family so add onions, mushrooms and any other veggie you know will be eaten.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 809.5, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 56.1, Sodium 2905.6, Carbohydrate 121.4, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 19.7, Protein 37.6

Joyce Davis
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This recipe is a must-try for any pasta lover!


Victory Shatimwene
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I'm going to try making this dish with different types of pasta.


idkwhatimdoing86
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Reaper XD
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Roshan Dhakal
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they loved it!


Prakash Rawal
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and cornbread.


josh crow
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I've never had pasta with cornbread before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's amazing!


Darken Lee
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I'm definitely going to be making this dish again and again.


Middy Wanyagah
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This dish is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Serlym Sailor
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I added some chopped red bell pepper and zucchini to the dish and it was delicious!


Abdo ___________Xxxtntacion
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I substituted vegetable broth for chicken broth and it turned out great!


MD Rana islam MD Rana islam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Hacker Raja
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I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cornbread added a nice sweetness and texture to the pasta.


Shannette Beckford
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Md Abir Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


MOSTAK FIJUR
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, the pasta was al dente, and the cornbread was moist and flavorful.


Hm Faysal
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This pasta dish with chicken and cornbread was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was amazing and the cornbread added a unique twist. I will definitely be making this again.