Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Shells
Ditch the boxed mac and cheese and make these amazingly creamy and cheesy chicken broccoli shells. This meal is sure to be a huge hit with the family!
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta shells
- 12 ounces broccoli florets
- 1 pound cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot bring water to a boil and add 8 ounces pasta shells. Cook according to package directions.
- Add 12 ounces broccoli florets to the boiling water for the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in the same pot and melt over medium heat. Whisk in ¼ cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux. Slowly whisk in 2 cups milk, 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
- Add the pasta shells, broccoli, and 1 pound cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, and toss to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste then serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 705mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1002IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 407mg | Iron: 2mg
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