Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta
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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta
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This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta is a dish that is packed with cheesy, rich flavor, loaded with chicken and broccoli. It's prepared all in the same pot to ensure each bite is tasty and easy to whip up in a flash! One pot and only 30 minutes is all you require to make this incredibly delicious dish!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts boneless and skinless cut into small bite size pieces
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounce pasta uncooked, such as penne, shells, rigatoni, etc.
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cup broccoli cut into small florets, 1 head of broccoli
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
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Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and season them with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and starts to lightly brown.
- Add the onions, garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until the onions softens a little bit.
- Add the pasta, chicken broth, milk and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low, stir, cover the pot/skillet and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta cooks through.
- Uncover the pot and stir in the broccoli. Continue cooking for a couple more minutes until all the liquid evaporates.
- Stir in the nutmeg and cheddar cheese. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- Pasta Choices: You can use any pasta you prefer or have on hand. Penne, rigatoni, and shells work especially well as they hold the sauce nicely.
- Chicken Substitute: This recipe is versatile. You can substitute the chicken with turkey, shrimp, or even tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Cheese Options: While cheddar is used in this recipe, feel free to experiment with other cheeses that melt well, like Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or Gouda.
- Leftovers: This dish stores well in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. To reheat, add a splash of milk or broth to help revive the creaminess of the sauce.
- Spice it Up: If you like a bit of heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the salt and pepper when seasoning the chicken.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
468kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
92mg
(31%)
Sodium
590mg
(25%)
Potassium
670mg
(19%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
671IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
397mg
(40%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 468kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 590mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 670mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 671IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 397mg | 40% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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