Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Bake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Bake is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cheddar cheese with pasta. It’s an easy chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your choice of pasta and additional vegetables. It’s a great way to enjoy a hearty meal in one dish.

Delicious Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Bake

This pasta bake features cooked chicken and broccoli mixed with pasta in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, then baked until bubbly and golden. The dish takes about 50 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work well)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook Broccoli: In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, blanched broccoli, 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread evenly.
Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs (if using) over the top.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Bake!