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Cheddar Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Amanda Cooks & Styles
The most delicious cheesy chicken pasta casserole loaded with broccoli in a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 5 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Broccoli Florets about 2 cups
  • ½ lb Penne Pasta
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • ½ Yellow Onion chopped
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese grated

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add ¼ cup of water, broccoli and a pinch of salt. Cover and steam until broccoli is tender but not mush. Carefully transfer broccoli from skillet to a bowl.
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside for later.
  • Season chicken on all sides with black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and parsley.
  • Heat ½ tablespoon butter and ½ tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, add seasoned chicken. Cover and cook until golden, then flip and cook until internal temperature is at least 165 degrees. Transfer chicken to a cutting board to let cool, then cut into bite size pieces.
  • In the same skillet, add remaining butter, oil and onions. Cover and cook until tender. Add minced garlic and cook another minute. Sprinkle in flour and remaining salt. Slowly stir in milk followed by the chicken broth. Stir in 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese.
  • Add pasta, chicken and broccoli to the sauce and stir to combine. Sprinkle top with remaining cheese. Cover for a few minutes to let cheese melt. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 1558mg | Potassium: 874mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1246IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 446mg | Iron: 2mg
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