Baked Tubini With Roasted Chicken and Three Cheeses

Name: Baked Tubini With Roasted Chicken and Three Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1 cup chicken broth (reduced sodium); 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided; ½ cup parmesan cheese, divided; salt; fresh ground pepper; 8 ounces tubini pasta or 8 ounces penne pasta; 2 cups broccoli florets; 3 cups roasted cooked chicken, chopped, skin removed; ½ cup mild blue cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth (reduced sodium)
1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
½ cup parmesan cheese, divided
salt
fresh ground pepper
8 ounces tubini pasta or 8 ounces penne pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
3 cups roasted cooked chicken, chopped, skin removed
½ cup mild blue cheese, crumbled

1
Melt butter in large saucepan placed over medium heat.
2
Whisk in flour until blended; cook until bubbly.
3
Slowly stir in milk and broth; whisk constantly over low heat until mixture is smooth and simmers, about 8 minutes.
4
Stir in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup parmesan; remove from heat.
5
Preheat oven to 350*.
6
Cook tubini or penne pasta according to package directions.
7
Add broccoliflorets to pasta pot after 6 minutes; stir and cook 4 minutes more.
8
Remove pot from heat, stir in 1 cup cold water, and drainbroccoli-pasta mixture in colander.
9
Combine pasta, broccoli, cheese sauce and chicken in a 13x9x2 baking dish.
10
Sprinkle blue cheese crumbs and remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
11
Bake until top is golden and mixture is bubbly, about 25 minutes.
12
Cool 10 minutes before serving.

991

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, 1 cup chicken broth (reduced sodium), and more.

Yes, Baked Tubini With Roasted Chicken and Three Cheeses falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!