Chicken Pasta Casserole (Only 4 ingredients)

cream of mushroom soup

🥗Healthier: homemade mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: cream of chicken soup

Homemade sauce can be lower in sodium and preservatives.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is plant-based and lower in fat.

broccoli

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Spinach is nutrient-dense and can be less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cream of mushroom soup and Italian seasoning, mixing well.

Combine cooked pasta, chicken mixture, and broccoli in a large bowl.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.

Top with cheddar cheese and black olives.

Sprinkle bread crumbs and parmesan cheese over the top.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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