Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake

25 mins
Serves 12
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the chicken breasts in half to thin them out, which allows them to cook more evenly.
  2. 2Slice the chicken breasts in half to thin them out, which allows them to cook more evenly.
  3. 3Slice the chicken breasts in half to thin them out, which allows them to cook more evenly.
  4. 4Coat the chicken breasts with avocado oil.
  5. 5Coat the chicken breasts with avocado oil.
  6. 6Coat the chicken breasts with avocado oil.
  7. 7Season generously with Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning.
  8. 8Season generously with Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning.
  9. 9Season generously with Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning.
  10. 10Add all-purpose seasoning.
  11. 11Add all-purpose seasoning.
  12. 12Add all-purpose seasoning.
  13. 13Finish with smoked paprika.
  14. 14Finish with smoked paprika.
  15. 15Finish with smoked paprika.
  16. 16Rub the seasoning into the chicken to ensure even distribution.
  17. 17Rub the seasoning into the chicken to ensure even distribution.
  18. 18Rub the seasoning into the chicken to ensure even distribution.
  19. 19Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  20. 20Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  21. 21Add avocado oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  22. 22Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet.
  23. 23Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet.
  24. 24Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet.
  25. 25Sear the chicken on each side for a few minutes until nicely browned.
  26. 26Sear the chicken on each side for a few minutes until nicely browned.
  27. 27Sear the chicken on each side for a few minutes until nicely browned.
  28. 28Flip the chicken breasts.
  29. 29Flip the chicken breasts.
  30. 30Flip the chicken breasts.
  31. 31Baste the chicken with a couple of tablespoons of butter.
  32. 32Baste the chicken with a couple of tablespoons of butter.
  33. 33Baste the chicken with a couple of tablespoons of butter.
  34. 34Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them on a sheet tray.
  35. 35Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them on a sheet tray.
  36. 36Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them on a sheet tray.
  37. 37If the chicken has not reached 165°F (74°C), place it in the oven to finish cooking.
  38. 38If the chicken has not reached 165°F (74°C), place it in the oven to finish cooking.
  39. 39If the chicken has not reached 165°F (74°C), place it in the oven to finish cooking.
  40. 40In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  41. 41In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  42. 42In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  43. 43Add onions and garlic to the skillet.
  44. 44Add onions and garlic to the skillet.
  45. 45Add onions and garlic to the skillet.
  46. 46Sauté the onions and garlic.
  47. 47Sauté the onions and garlic.
  48. 48Sauté the onions and garlic.
  49. 49Add all-purpose flour to create a roux for the cream sauce.
  50. 50Add all-purpose flour to create a roux for the cream sauce.
  51. 51Add all-purpose flour to create a roux for the cream sauce.
  52. 52Mix the flour well and cook it out.
  53. 53Mix the flour well and cook it out.
  54. 54Mix the flour well and cook it out.
  55. 55Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth.
  56. 56Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth.
  57. 57Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth.
  58. 58Add heavy cream to the skillet to start working on the cream sauce.
  59. 59Add heavy cream to the skillet to start working on the cream sauce.
  60. 60Add heavy cream to the skillet to start working on the cream sauce.
  61. 61Cook the sauce over medium-low to low heat.
  62. 62Cook the sauce over medium-low to low heat.
  63. 63Cook the sauce over medium-low to low heat.
  64. 64Add mozzarella cheese, pepper jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  65. 65Add mozzarella cheese, pepper jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  66. 66Add mozzarella cheese, pepper jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  67. 67Boil water in a pot.
  68. 68Boil water in a pot.
  69. 69Boil water in a pot.
  70. 70Heavily salt the boiling water.
  71. 71Heavily salt the boiling water.
  72. 72Heavily salt the boiling water.
  73. 73Add rigatoni pasta to the pot.
  74. 74Add rigatoni pasta to the pot.
  75. 75Add rigatoni pasta to the pot.
  76. 76Cook the pasta until just slightly before al dente.
  77. 77Cook the pasta until just slightly before al dente.
  78. 78Cook the pasta until just slightly before al dente.
  79. 79Add spinach to the cream sauce.
  80. 80Add spinach to the cream sauce.
  81. 81Add spinach to the cream sauce.
  82. 82Add more seasoning to the cream sauce.
  83. 83Add more seasoning to the cream sauce.
  84. 84Add more seasoning to the cream sauce.
  85. 85Add the cooked pasta to the cream sauce.
  86. 86Add the cooked pasta to the cream sauce.
  87. 87Add the cooked pasta to the cream sauce.
  88. 88Add cooked broccoli to the cream sauce and pasta mixture.
  89. 89Add cooked broccoli to the cream sauce and pasta mixture.
  90. 90Add cooked broccoli to the cream sauce and pasta mixture.
  91. 91Chop up some of the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  92. 92Chop up some of the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  93. 93Chop up some of the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  94. 94Add the chopped chicken to the pasta mixture.
  95. 95Add the chopped chicken to the pasta mixture.
  96. 96Add the chopped chicken to the pasta mixture.
  97. 97Give the pasta mixture a good mix to ensure everything is well incorporated.
  98. 98Give the pasta mixture a good mix to ensure everything is well incorporated.
  99. 99Give the pasta mixture a good mix to ensure everything is well incorporated.
  100. 100Add more cheese if desired for an extra cheesy pull.
  101. 101Add more cheese if desired for an extra cheesy pull.
  102. 102Add more cheese if desired for an extra cheesy pull.
  103. 103Pour the pasta mixture into a baking dish without needing any oil.
  104. 104Pour the pasta mixture into a baking dish without needing any oil.
  105. 105Pour the pasta mixture into a baking dish without needing any oil.
  106. 106Slice the remaining chicken breasts at an angle.
  107. 107Slice the remaining chicken breasts at an angle.
  108. 108Slice the remaining chicken breasts at an angle.
  109. 109Place the sliced chicken on top of the pasta.
  110. 110Place the sliced chicken on top of the pasta.
  111. 111Place the sliced chicken on top of the pasta.
  112. 112Coat the top of the pasta bake with more mozzarella cheese.
  113. 113Coat the top of the pasta bake with more mozzarella cheese.
  114. 114Coat the top of the pasta bake with more mozzarella cheese.
  115. 115Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  116. 116Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  117. 117Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  118. 118Once done, let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  119. 119Once done, let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  120. 120Once done, let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Ingredients

  • 5 chicken breast
  • 5 chicken breast
  • 5 chicken breast
  • avocado oil
  • avocado oil
  • avocado oil
  • Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning
  • Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning
  • Kimmy's Yes That Much seasoning
  • all purpose seasoning
  • all purpose seasoning
  • all purpose seasoning
  • smoked paprika
  • smoked paprika
  • smoked paprika
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • onions
  • onions
  • onions
  • garlic
  • garlic
  • garlic
  • all purpose flour
  • all purpose flour
  • all purpose flour
  • chicken broth
  • chicken broth
  • chicken broth
  • heavy cream
  • heavy cream
  • heavy cream
  • mozzarella cheese
  • mozzarella cheese
  • mozzarella cheese
  • pepper jack cheese
  • pepper jack cheese
  • pepper jack cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • water
  • water
  • water
  • salt
  • salt
  • salt
  • rigatoni pasta
  • rigatoni pasta
  • rigatoni pasta
  • spinach
  • spinach
  • spinach
  • broccoli
  • broccoli
  • broccoli

Equipment

cutting boardskillettongssheet traypotcolanderbaking dishgrater

Tips

  • Season to your liking.
  • Keep checking on the oven, as cooking times may vary.
  • Let the pasta bake cool for about 10 minutes before serving.