Chicken & Broccoli Pasta

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken and bright broccoli, this Chicken & Broccoli Pasta is a weeknight winner. Benissimo’s Steak Rub brings savory depth to every bite, while a crisp Parmesan-Panko topping adds irresistible texture. Comfort food meets effortless flavor—proof that easy recipes can taste gourmet and delight the whole family.

Serves 6 to 8

Ingredients:

8 ounces farfalle pasta
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded, about 3 cups
16 ounces frozen broccoli, thawed
1 cup half & half
1 stick unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 cup heavy cream
2 ½ teaspoons Steak Rub, divided
2 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup plain panko bread crumbs

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375⁰F.  Prepare farfalle pasta according to package directions.

2. In a medium sauce pan, warm 1 stick unsalted butter and heavy cream, until butter is melted.  Season with 1 teaspoon Steak Rub.  Add 2 cups Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.  Stir in 1 cup half & half.  

3. Combine farfalle, shredded chicken, broccoli and sauce mixture in a large bowl.  Transfer to a greased 2 quart baking dish.

In a small dish, combine Panko bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons butter(melted), ½ cup Parmesan cheese and 1 ½ teaspoons Steak Rub.  Sprinkle over casserole.  Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.  (If it begins to brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil).

Whether you’re cooking for a busy evening or a relaxed family recipe dinner, this creamy chicken and broccoli pasta casserole delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. With Benissimo’s handcrafted oils and spice blends, you can turn simple ingredients into a comforting, weeknight recipe everyone will love. Easy to make, satisfying to serve—your kitchen just got Benissimo’d!