Step 1

Preheat oven to 200C/390F (standard) or 180C/350F (fan forced / convection).

Step 2

Sprinkle chicken with salt (be generous), pepper and thyme, toss to coat.

Step 3

Spread pasta in a baking dish. Sprinkle over flour.

Step 4

Pour over milk and broth, add garlic and butter. Stir.

Step 5

Spread chicken over the top, then broccoli.

Step 6

Cover with foil, bake for 15 minutes (or 20 minutes if milk & broth were cold).

Step 7

Remove foil, STIR WELL. Add most of the cheese, then STIR WELL again. Top with remaining cheese.

Step 8

Return to oven. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes until top is golden and sauce is thickened (See note 4 for troubleshooting).

Step 9

Stand for a few minutes then serve immediately!