Chicken And Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

• 2 1/2 cups uncooked pasta (any kind)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen)
• 1 (16 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
• 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, & pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

1. Cook pasta per package. Drain & place into large mixing bowl.
2. On Medium-High heat, warm up olive oil in skillet. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
3. Cut broccoli into bite sized pieces, place in microwave safe bowl, add 2 tablespoons water, cover with plastic wrap. Microwave 4 minutes, stir & microwave an additional 4 minutes or until it reaches your desired crunchiness.
4. Place the chicken, broccoli, alfredo sauce, 1 3/4 cups of cheese & spices into the bowl with the pasta. Mix together.
5. Spray a 9" x 13" pan with cooking spray & dump the pasta/chicken mixture inside.
6. In a small bow mix the bread crumbs, melted butter & remaining 1/4 cup of cheese. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted & the edges are bubbling.

pasta, olive oil, chicken breasts, broccoli, alfredo sauce, italian cheese blend, garlic, basil, salt, breadcrumbs, butter

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chicken-and-broccoli-alfredo-casserole-517285 (may not work)