Best 9 Chicken Broccoli Macaroni Cheese Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Chicken Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender chicken, crisp broccoli florets, and gooey macaroni, enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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From the classic Chicken Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Casserole to its vegetarian counterpart, the Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Casserole, and the indulgent Lobster Macaroni and Cheese Casserole, discover a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Macaroni and Cheese with Apples and Ham Casserole offers a unique twist that combines sweet and savory elements.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure with our Chicken Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Casserole. Let your taste buds savor the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, and prepare to be captivated by this mouthwatering dish.

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BROCCOLI CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE



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This Broccoli Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe is made with a delicious cheddar-Parmesan cheesy sauce, and kicked up a notch with fresh broccoli and cooked chicken.

Provided by Ali

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dry pasta (I used small shells, but you could use macaroni or any shape of pasta)
1 bunch broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
1 cup milk, warmed
2 1/2 cups freshly-grated cheddar cheese (I recommend sharp cheddar)
1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon finely-ground black pepper, or more to taste
2 cooked* boneless, skinless chicken breasts (*see instructions below for how to cook chicken breasts)
(optional topping for the baked version) 1/2 cup extra shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook pasta al dente** in a large stockpot of generously-salted water, according to package instructions. About 2-3 minutes before the pasta reaches al dente, add in the broccoli florets and let them cook alongside the pasta for the remainder of the cooking time. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, as the pasta water is heating, melt butter in a (separate) medium saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute or until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Whisk in the flour until combined and cook for an additional 1 minute, whisking occasionally. Slowly whisk in vegetable or chicken stock until the mixture is smooth. Then slowly whisk in the milk until it is combined. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a simmer. Then remove from heat, and stir in the cheddar, Parmesan, salt and pepper until the cheese sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
  • Once the pasta and broccoli are cooked, pour the cheese sauce on top of the pasta, add in the chicken, and toss until everything is evenly combined.
  • At this point, you can either serve the pasta stovetop-style as-is. Or pour the pasta into a greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish, and sprinkle with extra cheddar cheese and Panko breadcrumbs. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top becomes slightly crispy and the breadcrumbs are slightly golden. Remove and serve immediately.
  • *To cook the chicken breasts on the stove top, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saute pan. Pound chicken to even thickness, and sprinkle both sides with a few generous pinches of salt and pepper. Add to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside. (Cooking times will vary depending on the thickness of your chicken.) Or, to bake the chicken breasts in the oven, follow these instructions.
  • **If making the baked version of this dish, I recommend ever-so-slightly undercooking your pasta, as it will cook a bit more while it bakes in the oven.

MACARONI AND CHEESY CHICKEN BAKED CASSEROLE



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Take your mac and cheese weeknight dinner to a whole new level with this veggie-kissed casserole. The crunchy cheese and bread crumb topping makes a perfect finish for the creamy filling.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 9 oz)
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (16 oz)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 bag (16 oz) frozen broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Beat in flour, onion salt, garlic salt and pepper with whisk until thickened. Cook 1 minute longer. Beat in milk. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring frequently; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3 cups of the cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni, chicken and frozen broccoli. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; stir until combined. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture.
  • Bake 33 to 36 minutes or until mixture is bubbly (at least 165°F in center) and bread crumbs are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize About 1 1/4 cups, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Mix Cheddar, Pecorino-Romano and Parmesan for an extra-cheesy chicken mac and cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into1-inch pieces (about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and broccoli and cook for 5 minutes; the pasta will only be about halfway cooked. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta and broccoli and return them to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes; set aside.
  • Put the pot with the pasta and broccoli over low heat. Stir in the milk, flour, mustard, Worcestershire, 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and the pasta is al dente, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the Cheddar, Pecorino-Romano, Parmesan, cooked chicken and 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking water and stir until the cheese melts. Gradually add the remaining cooking water as needed until the pasta is creamy and saucy. Serve hot.

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Cheesy chicken-broccoli casserole. Eat as-is or serve over mashed potatoes or rice.

Provided by Eric Wood

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon unsalted butter, or as needed
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups finely chopped broccoli
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup sour cream
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch dish.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add chicken and continue to boil until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine broccoli, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Drain chicken and add to broccoli mixture. Mix well. Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining Parmesan cheese on top and continue to bake until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 832.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN



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Adaptation from Rachel Ray--really good. I added garlic to mine because to me nothing can be made without garlic =)

Provided by Kitty Kat Cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped
salt and pepper
1 small white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons green onions or 3 tablespoons chives
1 lb elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups raw broccoli florets, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups yellow sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and chicken and season with salt and pepper. Saute a couple of minutes then add onion and chives and cook another 6 minutes until onions are tender and chicken is cooked through. Turn off heat and reserve.
  • In a separate pot boil water, add pasta and salt. Cook 5 minutes, then add broccoli and cook 3 minutes more or until pasta is cooked to al dente and the broccoli is just tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add butter and melt, then add flour, cayenne and garlic and whisk together over heat until it thickens, then cook a minute more. Whisk in milk, heavy cream and stock and raise heat to bring the sauce to a quick boil. Simmer until the sauce thickens about 5 minutes.
  • Drain macaroni and broccoli florets. Add back to the pot and add chicken to the pasta and broccoli.
  • Add cheese to milk sauce and stir. Pour sauce over pasta and stir to combine.
  • Put pasta in a 9" x 13" glass baking pan. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and broil for 5 minutes.

BROCCOLI MAC & CHEESE BAKE



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My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we've been married, we've made several changes to the ingredients and now it's even better than the original. -Lisa DeMarsh, Mount Solon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup crushed cornbread-flavored crackers (about 6 crackers)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 3-4 minutes; drain. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and salt until smooth; gradually stir in evaporated milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in 2 cups cheese., Place half of the macaroni and broccoli in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

MAC-N-CHEESE CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Deluxe Mac n' Cheese is the base of this yummy and filling casserole. Can also be made without the meat for a vegetarian dish.

Provided by mondster

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (12 ounce) boxes of kraft Mac n' Cheese Deluxe
6 -8 slices cooked bacon, crispy
4 chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup of cooked broccoli floret
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese or 1 1/2 cups colby
1 cup milk
2 eggs
pepper
1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Completely cook the chicken in the oil. Drain.
  • Set aside cooked chicken, broccoli, bacon and shredded cheese.
  • Cook the macaroni and cheese as directed on the package.
  • Using a wire whisk, beat the milk, eggs and pepper until blended. Set aside.
  • Spread half of the macaroni and cheese in a lasagna pan, then cover with half of the shredded cheese.
  • Layer in the chicken and broccoli and cover with the rest of the macaroni and cheese.
  • Pour the milk and egg mixture over the top.
  • Sprinkle on the remainder of the shredded cheese. Top with the italian breadcrumbs and finally the crumbled bacon.
  • Put in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until heated all the way through. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 855.8, Fat 33.8, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 192.4, Sodium 1465.2, Carbohydrate 83.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 11.9, Protein 53

CHEESY CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE



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In this simple, hearty meal, any vegetables, fresh or frozen, can be substituted for the broccoli and carrots. This is an excellent winter supper. Serve with pasta or rice.

Provided by terrylynne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
2 large heads broccoli, chopped
10 baby carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Pour the condensed soups into a bowl and mix well. Place the chicken breast meat, broccoli, and carrots into the baking dish, mix well, and pour the soup mixture over. Sprinkle with basil, thyme, oregano, and paprika, and spread the Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs evenly over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese and crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 59.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 852.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI MACARONI



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Use a cup of broth and some frozen broccoli to make a Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Macaroni. This chicken and broccoli macaroni serves six in forty minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Steps:

  • Cook and stir chicken in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 8 to 10 min. or until done.
  • Stir in broth. Bring to boil. Add macaroni; stir. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 8 to 10 min. or until macaroni is tender.
  • Add VELVEETA and broccoli; cook 4 to 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and broccoli is heated through, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 27 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, cheese, and chicken will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Cook the broccoli and chicken thoroughly: This will help to ensure that your casserole is safe to eat and that the chicken is cooked through.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni: Overcooked macaroni will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A good quality cheese will melt smoothly and give your casserole a rich flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: You can add other ingredients to your casserole, such as cooked bacon, diced tomatoes, or chopped bell peppers.

Conclusion:

Chicken broccoli macaroni and cheese casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your casserole turns out perfectly every time.

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