Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Bake

Wholesome and filling, the herby white sauce is rich but easy to make, and the crispy golden topping takes it over the top. You can prep this crowdpleaser in advance or even freeze it for those extra busy nights.

Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Bake

SERVES

4

PEOPLE

PREP TIME

20

MINUTES

COOKING TIME

30

MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 150g pasta

  • 50g butter (divided)

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

  • 4 chicken breasts

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp plain flour

  • 250ml chicken stock

  • 250ml fresh cream

  • 1 head of broccoli, finely chopped

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme

  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped

  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • For the topping:

  • 150g cheddar cheese, grated

  • 100g breadcrumbs

  • 50g butter, melted

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