Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta
Cook Time
20
mins
Calories
642
Serving Size
4
Carbs
45.7
Fat
29.8
Protein
47.1
description
Just like mom used to make... only better!
ingredients
- 8 ounces medium shell pasta
- 3 cups broccoli, chopped into florets
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
directions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli during last 2-3 minutes of cook time. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add flour and cooking, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbling and thickened.
- Remove from heat and add cheddar cheese. Stir until melted.
- Add the drained pasta, broccoli, and chicken and stir to combine. If sauce becomes too thick, add milk as needed to thin.