Chicken, Broccoli and Wholemeal Pasta Bake
A dinner for one. Quantities are for a single portion; multiply them to batch cook.
At a glance
- 846 kcal, 74g protein, 77g carbs, 26g fat and 13g fibre per serving (approximate)
- About 35 minutes, preparation and cooking
- Estimated cost £2.99–£3.45 per serving. This is an estimate from representative UK own-brand prices (reviewed 2026-10-05), not a live supermarket price; see how cost estimates work.
Ingredients
- 200g chicken breast
- 90g wholemeal pasta (dry weight)
- ¾ small head of broccoli (about 200g)
- 80g reduced-fat crème fraîche
- 30g reduced-fat cheddar
- 2 garlic cloves
Method
- Cook the pasta according to its packet instructions, then drain if needed.
- Meanwhile, cook the chicken breast in a non-stick pan over medium heat until cooked through. Add broccoli and garlic and cook until tender.
- Fold the cooked pasta through the pan with reduced-fat crème fraîche, then tip everything into an ovenproof dish. Scatter reduced-fat cheddar evenly over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbling and golden on top.
Making it ahead
Cool it, get it into the fridge within one to two hours and eat it within two days; freeze portions you will not reach in time. Reheat until steaming hot all the way through. How we handle food safety.
Allergens
Contains, based on the usual UK form of each ingredient: Cereals containing gluten, Milk. May contain, depending on the product: Eggs. This is not a label check and is not an allergen-free guarantee; always read the packaging.
Similar dinner recipes
- Lentil and Turkey Sausage Casserole – 859 kcal, 63g protein
- Grilled Lean Sirloin Steak with Brown Rice and Roasted Veg – 824 kcal, 59g protein
- Chicken Tagine with Wholemeal Couscous – 795 kcal, 67g protein
- Chicken and Lentil One-Pot Stew – 789 kcal, 79g protein