Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Shells
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Shells is made with pasta shells, cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, and broccoli florets.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Total
- 30 min
- Original yield
- Serves 6
- Ingredients
- 11 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Dinner · Main course
- Primary protein
- Chicken
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Check the package directions
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
2. Prepare the sauce additions
Have the sauce liquid ready for the addition described in the method.
3. Prepare for the next step
Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.
Get to know the ingredients
pasta shells
In the method: In a large pot bring water to a boil and add 8 ounces pasta shells.
broccoli florets
In the method: Add 12 ounces broccoli florets to the boiling water for the last 3 minutes of cooking.
cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, (cut into bite-sized pieces)
In the method: Add the pasta shells, broccoli, and 1 pound cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, and toss to coat in the sauce.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.
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Ingredient note
Source: 8 ounces pasta shellsIngredient note
Source: 12 ounces broccoli floretsIngredient note
Source: 1 pound cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, (cut into bite-sized pieces)Ingredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons unsalted butterIngredient note
Source: ¼ cup all-purpose flourIngredient note
Source: 2 cups milkIngredient note
Source: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheeseIngredient note
Source: ½ teaspoon onion powderIngredient note
Source: ½ teaspoon garlic powderIngredient note
Source seasoning: salt and pepper to tasteIngredient note
Source seasoning: salt and pepper to taste
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Season with salt and pepper to taste then serve immediately.
A little more help as you go
Prepare the whisked mixture
Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the pot. Start with this step: In a large pot bring water to a boil and add 8 ounces pasta shells.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat until it starts to thicken.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.
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: therecipecritic.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
