Kid-Friendly Chicken and Veggie Pasta Bake

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A vibrant, cheesy pasta dish loaded with chicken, broccoli, and carrots, designed to please even the pickiest eaters. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs chicken breast, broccoli, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil 12 oz pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in 1.5 lbs cubed chicken breast, 2 cups broccoli florets, and 1.5 cups grated carrots. Cook for 8-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken-vegetable mixture, 1 cup milk, 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

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