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Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Name: Chicken Broccoli Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 ounces medium shells pasta, (uncooked) (Source: 8 ounces medium shells pasta, (uncooked)); 3 cups broccoli florets (Source: 3 cups broccoli florets); 3 tablespoons olive oil (Source: 3 tablespoons olive oil); 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (cut into 1-inch cubes) (Source: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (cut into 1-inch cubes)); 1 cup skim milk (Source: 1 cup skim milk); 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (Source: 1 cup low sodium chicken broth); ¼ cup all-purpose flour (Source: ¼ cup all-purpose flour); 1 tablespoon garlic paste, (or 3 teaspoons minced garlic) (Source: 1 tablespoon garlic paste, (or 3 teaspoons minced garlic)); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and fresh ground pepper, (to taste)); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and fresh ground pepper, (to taste)); ¼ teaspoon chili powder, (or to taste) (Source: ¼ teaspoon chili powder, (or to taste)); 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Source: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese)

Chicken Broccoli Pasta is made with shells pasta, low sodium chicken broth, and broccoli florets.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 12 listed

Make it part of your week

Estimating…

DinnerAmericanChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Dinner
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Include the rest

Leave time for the resting step before continuing.

2. Prepare the pan

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

3. Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Get to know the ingredients

medium shells pasta, (uncooked)

In the method: Cook the pasta according to the directions on the box.

broccoli florets

In the method: Add the broccoli florets to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (cut into 1-inch cubes)

In the method: Add in the chicken and season with salt and pepper.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Stir and Serve.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Cook the pasta according to the directions on the box.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Leave time for the resting step before continuing.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Add in the pasta, broccoli, and cheddar cheese; stir until cheese is melted and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Additional recipe notes

Chicken: I use chicken breasts in this recipe, but you can also use chicken thighs. Most importantly, brown the chicken when you cook it. If chicken isn’t thoroughly browned, it won’t have a lot of flavor. Shredded Cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese is almost always my choice for this recipe, but this will taste great with any melty cheese you want. Before adding the sauce to the skillet, whisk it well and make sure there are no lumps. When you pour the sauce into the skillet, do it slowly while whisking. That will keep the sauce from seizing up, clumping, or breaking apart. Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for 4 days or in the freezer for 3 months . Reheat leftovers in the microwave in 20-second increments until warm.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: diethood.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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