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Here's how to make an excellent meal: Step 1—Make Step One Casserole. Step 2—Eat Step One Casserole. Yes, it really is that simple. Tender egg noodles mingle and mix in a soiree featuring juicy, savory bites of chicken and refreshing broccoli florets in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Crispy-crunchy breadcrumbs make every bite even more rewarding. There's no need to overthink dinner. Just start at Step One with Step One Casserole!
Ingredients
- salt, to taste
- 6 ounces egg noodles
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin
- 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup 1% milk
- 12 ounces chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 4 ounces reduced-fat sharp cheddar, shredded
- 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs
Directions
Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 2 -Lightly spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
Step 3 -Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles to al dente, according to the package directions.
Step 4 -While the noodles are cooking, in a large skillet, heat the oil.
Step 5 -Add the garlic to the oil and cook until golden, about 1 minute.
Step 6 -Add the broccoli and the salt to the oil, sauté, cover, and cook over medium heat until the broccoli begins to soften, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 7 -In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
Step 8 -Add the shallots to the melted butter and cook until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 9 -Add the flour and the salt to the shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 10 -Slowly whisk the chicken broth into the shallot mixture until well combined, about 30 seconds.
Step 11 -Add the milk to the broth mixture and bring to a boil.
Step 12 -Lower the heat to medium and simmer the milk mixture, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened, about 6-7 minutes.
Step 13 -Transfer the milk mixture away from the heat and add the cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon of the parmesan cheese. Mix well until the cheese has melted.
Step 14 -Add the chicken, the cooked noodles, and the cooked broccoli mixture to the cheese mixture and mix well until evenly coated.
Step 15 -Pour the casserole mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Step 16 -Sprinkle the casserole with the breadcrumbs and the remaining parmesan cheese.
Step 17 -Lightly spray more of the cooking spray on top of the casserole and bake until heated through, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 18 -Place the casserole in the broiler until the breadcrumbs are browned and crisp, about 1 minute.
Step 19 -Serve.
