Chicken and Broccoli Noodle Casserole

Shredded chicken breast and broccoli cooked with noodles in a light creamy sauce topped with toasted breadcrumbs. A simple dish the whole family will love, even the little ones! Ingredients 6 oz Ronzoni Smart taste noodles (or no-yolk)2 tsp oil4 cloves garlic (sliced thin)12 oz fresh broccoli florets (chopped)1 tbsp butter1 medium shallot (minced)3 tbsp all purpose flour1-3/4 cups fat free chicken broth1 cup 1% milk12 oz cooked shredded chicken breast4 oz shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar (Sargento)cooking spray3 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese2 tbsp seasoned breadcrumbs (I used whole wheat) Instructions Cook noodles in salted water until al dente, or slightly undercooked by 2 minutes. Set aside. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook on medium heat until golden, about 1 minute. Add the broccoli and a little salt, sauté and cover the broccoli for about 3 minutes on medium heat until the broccoli begins to soften. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 375°. Lightly spray a 9 x 12 casserole dish with cooking spray. In a large pot, heat butter over medium-low heat, when melted add the shallot and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes. Add the flour and a pinch of salt and stir well, cooking an additional 2-3 minutes on medium-low heat. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until well combined over medium heat; whisk well for 30 seconds, then add the milk and bring to a boil. Simmer on medium heat, mixing occasionally until it thickens (about 6-7 minutes). Remove from heat and add reduced fat sharp cheddar and 1 tablespoon of the parmesan cheese; mix well until the cheese melts. Add the shredded chicken, noodles and broccoli to the sauce and mix well until evenly coated. Pour into a casserole dish and top with parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Spray a little more cooking spray on top and bake for about 20 - 25 minutes. Place the casserole under the broiler a few minutes to get the crumbs crisp and golden (careful not to burn). Serving: 1/6th, Calories: 313kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 10g, Sodium: 256.5mg, Fiber: 4.5g, Sugar: 2.5g Printed from Skinnytaste: https://www.skinnytaste.com/chicken-and-broccoli-noodle-casserole