Broccoli Cheddar Mac
A healthier version of mac and cheese that includes protein and vegetables. And to make it even better, it is all cooked in just one dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cubed chicken breasts
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1.5 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 packages Knorr instant broccoli cheddar pasta
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Start by coming your chicken and washing and chopping your broccoli. Set aside
- Add cubed chicken to a skillet with butter
- Season and cook until chicken is fully done
- Once the chicken is cooked, add in your chopped broccoli
- Slowly mix in broth and cream
- Add in both packets of Knoww pasta. Stir and ensure the pasta is fully covered by the liquid
- Bring to a simmer
- Once simmering, turn the heat to medium low
- Cover and cook for 15 minutes
- After 15 minutes, uncover, stir and top with shredded cheese
- Cover and cook for 5 more minutes
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving
This is one I have to try! Looks so yummy! @debbieluckettcole
I was just telling my kids about macaroni and broccoli! I want to make it for them so bad. I’ll have to try your way for them.
xo_annacristina