Name: Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta; 1 head of broccoli, chopped; 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small pieces; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp flour; 2 cups milk; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Salt and pepper to taste

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe

Felecia Thayer Modified: April 17, 2024

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How To Make Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe

This creamy pasta dish with chicken and broccoli is the ultimate comfort food!

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

8 oz pasta
1 head of broccoli, chopped
1 lb chicken breast, cut into small pieces
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli to boiling pasta water during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking, then drain.
While pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add cooked pasta and broccoli, and cooked chicken, stirring to combine.
Serve hot and enjoy!