Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Add broccoli florets to the boiling water during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain both together very well, shaking the colander to remove all excess water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, 1 cup cheddar, swiss cheese, garlic powder, and dry mustard powder. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- In a large bowl, stir together the drained pasta, broccoli, chopped chicken, and sauce mixture until everything is evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish and spread into an even layer.
- In a small bowl, mix together the Panko bread crumbs, melted butter, parsley, and remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the topping evenly across the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the edges are bubbling. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before baking and add 5 extra minutes to cook time. For homemade Alfredo sauce: melt 1/4 cup butter, cook 1/2 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until soft. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour, then gradually add 2.5 cups milk. Stir in 2 oz cream cheese and 3/4 cup each sharp cheddar and swiss until melted. Season with 1/2 tsp dry mustard, salt, and pepper.
