Description
Creamy Pesto Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich pesto sauce in a satisfying casserole. This dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, offering a creamy blend of flavors that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and simple steps, you can whip up this delicious meal in under an hour. Each bite is a delightful combination of cheesy goodness and fresh ingredients, making it a hit at any table. Whether you enjoy it on a busy weeknight or serve it during special occasions, this pasta bake promises to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Sauté cubed chicken in olive oil with salt and pepper until cooked through.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, pesto sauce, heavy cream, garlic powder, half of the cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg