Dinner for 6
Chicken Broccoli Casserole
$7.58for 460 minServes 6
Pasta, broccoli, and chicken bake under Alfredo sauce and melted cheeses, finished with a crisp seasoned breadcrumb topping.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Pasta, 8 oz$0.10/oz typical | 8 oz | $0.80Typical price |
 | Broccoli, 0.75 lb$1.99/lb typical | 0.75 lb | $1.49Typical price |
 | Chicken breast, 0.65 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.65 lb | $2.18Typical price |
 | Alfredo, 21 oz$0.18/oz typical | 21 oz | $3.82Typical price |
 | Cheddar and shredded cheese, 6 oz$0.30/oz typical | 6 oz | $1.80Typical price |
 | Swiss, 2 oz$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
 | Sandwich bread, a little$2.49 each typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
 | Butter, 0.5 oz$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
 | Fresh herbs (cilantro, a little$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.05Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $11.37 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap cheddar and shredded cheese for mozzarellaabout the same price
- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
- Swap pasta for egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Mustard, mayo, ketchup
Not included in the cost.
- 60 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanKid-friendlyBudgetFamilyDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
$1.90 per serving$7.58 for 4
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Ingredients
- 8 oz medium pasta
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 2 1/2 cups prepared alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dry mustard powder
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Steps
- Heat the oven to 375 F and grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with oil.
- Boil the pasta in a large pot until nearly tender, adding the broccoli during the last 3 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, then combine them with the chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, dry mustard, 1 cup cheddar, and Swiss cheese.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish.
- Mix the panko, melted butter, parsley, and remaining cheddar in a small bowl.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Sprinkle the topping over the casserole and bake for 25 minutes, until bubbling and hot.
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