Gouda Cheese & Broccoli Pasta Bake Recipe
Indulge in a comforting Gouda Cheese & Broccoli Pasta Bake, a deliciously cheesy and satisfying dish perfect for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 400g chicken breast
- 1 tsp chicken seasoning
- 1 tsp onion granules
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
Cheese Sauce:
- 100g butter
- 75g flour
- 900ml-1000ml milk
- 175g cheddar cheese
- 175g gouda cheese
- 125g mozzarella
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Additional Ingredients:
- 200g broccoli, roughly chopped
- 100g cheddar (for topping)
- 300g rigatoni
Instructions
- Dice the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season. Cook in a pan until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water, adding broccoli in the last 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, cook garlic, stir in flour, then gradually add milk. Add seasonings and cheeses, stirring until smooth.
- Assemble and Bake: Combine pasta, chicken, broccoli, and cheese sauce. Transfer to a dish, top with cheddar, and bake until golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before enjoying this cheesy delight!
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your favorite veggies or protein.
- Feel free to add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Pasta Bake, Gouda Cheese, Broccoli, Comfort Food, Cheesy Pasta
