Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta bake with pesto, chicken, and broccoli. Perfect for large families and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 500g pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken, broccoli, pesto, and cream. Stir well.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and half the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Add cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian