Ingredients
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until it’s al dente.
In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Drain the pasta and broccoli, then set aside.
Make the Creamy Sauce:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-5 minutes, then stir in half of the mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Combine the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli, chicken, and the creamy sauce. Mix until everything is well coated.
Transfer to Baking Dish:
Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top for added crunch.
Bake:
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Enjoy.