Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
This cheesy casserole is the perfect comfort food for any night of the week or time of year!
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Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 2 lb rotini or similar pasta
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2-3 c broccoli florets
- 1 ½ c milk
- 32 oz velveeta cubed
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chicken broth concentrate
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°
- Line a sheet pan with foil and place broccoli in an even layer. Cover with a drizzle of oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast broccoli for 30-40 minutes or until it is tender.
- While broccoli is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package directions; drain and return to pot, then add two tablespoons of butter (optional).
- In a medium sized pan, heat a drizzle of oil and cook ground chicken until cooked through; breaking into small pieces. Drain.
- Cube the Velveeta and add to the cooked pasta. Add spices, milk and chicken broth concentrate and heat over low heat until cheese has fully melted.
- Add in cooked chicken and broccoli and gently stir to combine. Remove from heat and serve!