Chicken and Broccoli Noodle Casserole
Shredded chicken breast and broccoli cooked with noodles in a light creamy sauce topped with toasted breadcrumbs. A simple dish the whole family will love, even the little ones!
Yield: 1 9x13 panPrep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Ingredients:
| 6 ozs | egg noodles |
| 2 tsps | oils |
| 4 cloves | garlic, sliced thin |
| 12 ozs | fresh broccoli florets, chopped |
| 1 Tbsp | butter |
| 1 | medium shallot, minced |
| 3 Tbsps | all purpose flour |
| 1 3/4 cups | chicken broth |
| 1 cup | milk |
| 12 ozs | cooked shredded chicken breasts |
| 4 ozs | sharp Cheddar cheese |
| cooking spray | |
| 3 Tbsps | shredded Parmesan cheese |
| 2 Tbsps | seasoned whole wheat bread crumbs |
Directions:
Cook noodles in salted water until al dente, or slightly undercooked by 2 minutes. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook on medium heat until golden, about 1 minute. Add the broccoli and a little salt, sauté and cover the broccoli for about 3 minutes on medium heat until the broccoli begins to soften. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375°. Lightly spray a 9 x 13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
In a large pot, heat butter over medium-low heat, when melted add the shallot and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes. Add the flour and a pinch of salt and stir well, cooking an additional 2-3 minutes on medium-low heat.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until well combined over medium heat; whisk well for 30 seconds, then add the milk and bring to a boil. Simmer on medium heat, mixing occasionally until it thickens (about 6-7 minutes). Remove from heat and add sharp cheddar and 1 tablespoon of the parmesan cheese; mix well until the cheese melts.
Add the shredded chicken, noodles and broccoli to the sauce and mix well until evenly coated.
Pour into a casserole dish and top with parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Spray a little more cooking spray on top and bake for about 20 - 25 minutes. Place the casserole under the broiler a few minutes to get the crumbs crisp and golden (careful not to burn).
Source: https://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/02/chicken-and-broccoli-noodle-casserole.html
