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Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe
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A comforting and indulgent dish, Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta is a creamy and flavorful pasta recipe that combines tender chicken, broccoli, and a rich cheese sauce.

Ingredients

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Pasta:

  • 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta

Chicken:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Broccoli:

  • 2 cups broccoli florets

Cheese Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish:

  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water. Add broccoli during the last 2–3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Make Cheese Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and slightly thickened. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
  4. Combine and Serve: Add cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back into the skillet. Toss to coat in the cheese sauce. Cook for 1–2 minutes to heat through. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
  • For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of crushed red pepper or top with extra Parmesan before serving.

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