Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Bake Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Bake. Creamy, rich, and loaded with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and gooey cheeses, this baked pasta dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini work well)
Chicken and Broccoli:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 3 cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed
Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Topping:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (if using breadcrumbs)
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in 1 ½ cups cheddar and mozzarella.
- Assemble Bake: Add cooked pasta, chicken, and broccoli to the sauce. Mix well. Spread evenly into baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese. If using, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Creamy, cheesy, and family-approved! 😋
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake, Baked Pasta, Comfort Food, Family Dinner