Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190 °C) (190°C (375 °F)). Grease a large baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. During the last 2-3 minutes of boiling, add the broccoli florets to the same pot to blanch them. Drain the pasta and broccoli and set aside.

   Start 2-minute timer
3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

   Start 6-minute timer
4. 4

   Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

   Start 1-minute timer
5. 5

   Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the parmesan cheese and half of the mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with Italian seasoning.

6. 6

   Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet and toss well to coat everything in the sauce.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

8. 8

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.

   Start 15-minute timer