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Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe

Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe

5.2 from 10 reviews

This Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, wholesome whole-wheat pasta, fresh broccoli, and a creamy, cheesy sauce baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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Pasta:

  • 8 ounces uncooked whole-wheat pasta

Broccoli:

  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets

Mushroom Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 small white onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Additional:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Cook pasta and broccoli in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare Mushroom Sauce: Sauté onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Add flour, stock, milk, Dijon, salt, pepper, and cheese. Stir until combined.
  4. Assemble Casserole: Combine pasta, broccoli, mushroom sauce, and chicken in a baking dish.
  5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 15 minutes. Add remaining cheese and bake for 10 more minutes.
  6. Serve: Garnish with pepper and/or herbs before serving.

Notes

  • This casserole can be customized with your favorite vegetables or protein.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese for varied flavors.

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Keywords: Broccoli Chicken Casserole, Healthy Casserole Recipe, Cheesy Chicken Bake