Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Shells

• Meat

  • 1 lb Chicken breast, cooked and cut into bite sized pieces

• Produce

  • 12 oz Broccoli florets
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder

• Pasta & Grains

  • 8 oz Pasta shells

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 1 Salt and pepper

• Dairy

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese, grated sharp
  • 2 cups Milk

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Description

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta shells
• 12 oz broccoli florets
• 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and cut into bite sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• In a large pot bring water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to package directions. Add the broccoli to the boiling water the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
• In the same pot, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about a minute to create a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk and cheese and bring to a boil over medium high heat until it starts to thicken.
• Add in pasta shells, broccoli, and chicken and toss to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately.