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This Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is a family favorite meal and comes together easy on a busy weeknight!
I hit snooze for the third time. It’s 5:30 am and it’s time to get a new week started. My mind is already racing with all the things that need to get done and I have decided that I need more hours in the day. My feet hit the cold ground and putting one foot in front of the other I follow the strong scent of freshly brewed coffee.
In what seems like 5 minutes later, I hear the pitter patter of small feet coming my way. I am always amazed that my kids can wake up and be ready to go in no time at all chattering as if they have been up for hours. I pour a second cup of coffee before even saying a word.
Breakfast served, lunches made, teeth brushed, hair done, racing to find the right coat, backpacks on, running after the bus, kiss the hubby goodbye and we have officially begun our Monday.
Doctors visits, a friend for coffee, laundry to fold, furniture to dust, oil change for car, basketball, girl scouts, music lessons to be had and dinner. Ah, yes, what should I make for dinner? Something easy, good tasting and good to have before bouncing a ball down the court, and something smile pleasing for the whole family.
I am out on my walk still thinking about what to make and it dawns on me! I should use the Mueller’s® Pasta Matchmaker Quiz. Even after 17 years of cooking in my own kitchen and becoming an experienced home cook, I am always looking for recipes that are new and great to make for the whole family.
I stumbled upon this amazing Pasta Matchmaker recently and each time I have been completely wowed by amazing recipes that come from it! The quiz ask you a series of questions before revealing your pasta match! Quite often I have all the ingredients on hand which works out even better.
I am home from my walk and back at my computer to take the quiz! Here, I’ll show you how it works! You start out at pastamatchmaker.com and click on quiz.
Answer the questions to get to your just right recipe. The Pasta Matchmaker quiz is designed to give a custom result based on what you are in the mood for, who you are cooking for, or what occasion you are creating the meal for!
Here are some of my favorite questions that they ask:
After answering several questions your recipe will appear. Cooking allows me to create great food for my family and with Mueller’s® pasta being so versatile it really allows me to be creative in the kitchen.
Here’s what I am cooking for dinner tonight:
I have the ingredients right at home and I know exactly how long it will take, so I print the recipe out and head down the hall to the laundry that is calling my name.
Fast forward and hours later kids are off the bus, snacks and homework are being worked on, and it’s time to start dinner. Let’s get cooking!
It all starts with the right ingredients and using the recipe printout I pull it all together.
- 16 ounces Mueller’s® Jumbo Elbows
- 16 ounces fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook pasta according to package directions; after 6 minutes of boiling, add broccoli cuts to pasta and continue cooking per package directions; drain and set aside.
- Return hot, empty pan to medium heat and add butter. Once butter has melted, whisk in flour until blended well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add milk and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture simmers.
- Remove from heat, and stir in 2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Add chicken, pasta, and broccoli, and stir gently to mix.
- Place in baking dish. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake, uncovered, for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Cook’s Tip: Add 1 teaspoon of poultry seasoning to flour mixture with salt and pepper for added flavor.
Place in baking dish. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake, uncovered, for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
This Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole was creamy, full-flavored and delicious! This pasta dish was filled with great ingredients that made the whole family smile! This recipe went into our family’ recipe box and is a definite must make again dish!
Are you looking for meal inspiration? Then look no further than Mueller’s® Pasta Matchmaker Quiz! Take the quiz today and see what your inner chef inspires you to create!
You can also participate in the Pasta Matchmaker Challenges, where you can put your own spin on a Mueller’s® classic recipe and submit for a chance to win prizes.
Contest dates are as follows:
- Challenge #1: January 1 – January 21
- Challenge #2: January 22 – February 4
- Challenge #3: February 5 – February 18
- Challenge #4: February 19 – March 4
- Challenge #5: March 5 – March 18
- Challenge #6: March 19 – April 1
I found my Mueller’s® pasta at my local Shoprite in the pasta aisle! The blue and white box stood out among the rest! The price was right as well which helps when you eat a lot of pasta! I bought several boxes of pasta as I will definitely be using the Pasta Matchmaker again because it was a smashing success with my family!
robin Rue says
Oh yum! This would be a huge hit with my family! My oldest son just can’t seem to get enough broccoli – which is awesome!
CathyM says
Wow, what a great veggie to like! It was a great addition to this dish!
Alli Smith says
I love the idea of a matchmaking quiz and your Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole looks amazing! Casseroles are so comforting and the idea of a one-pan meal means less cleanup for me.
CathyM says
Thanks Ali! The Pasta Matchmaker was amazing, and I will definitely be using it again!
Chris Lewis says
This looks amazing. I love making casseroles for my family as they are so easy and so convenient! Thank you so much for sharing this great recipe!
CathyM says
Thanks Chris! Casseroles are great, I love how they serve a lot of people and the leftovers the next day are so good!
Franc Ramon says
The cheesy chicken broccoli casserole looks really tasty. I love the macaroni and the combination of cheese, chicken and broccoli.
CathyM says
Thanks! It was a really delicious dish!
lisa says
This looks so delicious! I love all of the main ingredients. I bet my kids would love this casserole too.
CathyM says
Yes, me too! It was a family hit in our home! A must make again for sure!
Paula Schuck says
That looks so good! This is exactly the kind of thing I love to make for the family, and I don’t stop there.I love to take a recipe like this and add in other things like maybe some mushrooms or sauteed onions.
CathyM says
Oh, wow great recipe additions Paula! I would love both of those in this dish!
candy says
Broccoli, chicken and cheese is a dish nobody turns down at our house. Comfort food and easy to make.
CathyM says
Yes, totally agree Candy!
Pam Wattenbarger says
This sounds so good. Broccoli and cheese is a classic combination, and adding pasta just makes it even better.
CathyM says
Yes! This classic combo was amazing with the added chicken and pasta!
Dawn McAlexander says
That looks really tasty right about now. Cheese, broccoli and chicken all sound so wonderful together. I wish I had some right about now.
CathyM says
I agree, I could go for some right now as well! My kids are already asking when I’ll make it again!
Jacqui @FlightsFancyMom says
OMG, this looks so yummy! I love a good macaroni dish and mixing the broccoli and chicken in it would make it so much better.
CathyM says
Thanks so much Jacqi! It was a great flavor combo!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Looks like a really tasty dish! I am all for quick and easy to prepare meals without having to sacrifice taste and quality of the meal. I am saving the recipe and getting some Mueller’s too the next time I shop.
CathyM says
This is one recipe worth making, a great family meal! Let me know how it turns out for you!
Carrie @ourpotluckfamily says
This recipe looks so delicious – it contains some of my children’s favorite ingredients, so I may have to make it for them. Thanks for sharing! #client
CathyM says
Thanks Carrie! My kids loved it too!
LauraOinAK says
My boys would LOVE this dish. They adore cheese and pasta, so this is the perfect combination.
CathyM says
And sneaking in a little broccoli makes this dish so worth it, family favorite for sure!
Chubskulit Rose says
This looks so delicious and is something that my son would love. I would like to make this for the weekend.
CathyM says
This is a great kid dish, and perfect for the weekend!
Rebecca Swenor says
Cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole sounds like an excellent meal. We love chicken and we love broccoli so this casserole is something I am going to have to make for the family. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
CathyM says
Thanks Rebecca! It’s a great combination of good flavors! The perfect pasta dish!@
Amanda says
I am all about heartwarming casseroles, especially during the winter. I think my boys would love this because they love cheese, chicken and broccoli. I will definitely have to try this!
CathyM says
Totally agree, Amanda! It was hands-down winner with my hubby and kids!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This casserole looks and sounds so delicious. I lvoe the combo of chicken ,cheese and broccoli. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
CathyM says
It’s definitely worth a try! Let me know how it turns out for you, Jenn!
Anonymous says
Wow! That chicken looks especially good. I will certainly try some of these recipes.
CathyM says
Aww, thanks so much! It was a really delicious dish!