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Chicken Broccoli Shells

Chicken Broccoli Shells

Chicken Broccoli Shells is a comforting dish that combines pasta shells, diced chicken, broccoli, and a creamy sauce, baked to perfection. It's quick to prepare and uses simple ingredients, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz medium pasta shells
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water for about 2 minutes less than package directions, then drain thoroughly.
  3. Prepare the broccoli by steaming or blanching fresh florets for 3 minutes or thawing frozen broccoli and squeezing out excess moisture.
  4. In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Combine cooked shells, diced chicken, broccoli, and 1½ cups of shredded cheese with the sauce, folding gently.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spread evenly, and top with the remaining ½ cup of cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Quality ingredients matter but perfection doesn't. You can swap ingredients based on availability. Don't overcook the pasta, and ensure vegetables are dry before mixing.