Macaroni And Cheese With Broccoli And Chicken

Name: Macaroni And Cheese With Broccoli And Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped; salt and pepper; 1 small white onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons green onions or 3 tablespoons chives; 1 lb elbow macaroni; 2 1/2 cups raw broccoli florets, chopped; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 cup chicken broth; 3 cups yellow sharp cheddar cheese; 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped
salt and pepper
1 small white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons green onions or 3 tablespoons chives
1 lb elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups raw broccoli florets, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups yellow sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

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["Heat a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and chicken and season with salt and pepper. Saute a couple of minutes then add onion and chives and cook another 6 minutes until onions are tender and chicken is cooked through. Turn off heat and reserve.", "In a separate pot boil water, add pasta and salt. Cook 5 minutes, then add broccoli and cook 3 minutes more or until pasta is cooked to al dente and the broccoli is just tender.", "Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add butter and melt, then add flour, cayenne and garlic and whisk together over heat until it thickens, then cook a minute more. Whisk in milk, heavy cream and stock and raise heat to bring the sauce to a quick boil. Simmer until the sauce thickens about 5 minutes.", "Drain macaroni and broccoli florets. Add back to the pot and add chicken to the pasta and broccoli.", "Add cheese to milk sauce and stir. Pour sauce over pasta and stir to combine.", "Put pasta in a 9"" x 13"" glass baking pan. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and broil for 5 minutes."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped, salt and pepper, 1 small white onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Macaroni And Cheese With Broccoli And Chicken falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!