Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Mac (Print Format)
Juicy chicken, fresh broccoli, melty cheese, and pasta come together for a comforting skillet dinner.
# Ingredients:
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1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 onion, chopped
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tbsp ranch seasoning
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3 1/2 - 4 cups chicken broth
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2 1/2 cups elbow pasta, uncooked
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3 cups broccoli, chopped
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8 oz Colby Jack cheese, shredded
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1/3 cup milk
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Dried parsley, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Cut chicken into small cubes. Roughly chop broccoli into smaller pieces.
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Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and spread it out evenly. Add the chopped onion and season with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning. Stir everything well.
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Once the chicken is nearly cooked, add the uncooked elbow pasta, broccoli, and 3 1/2 - 4 cups of chicken broth. Start with 3 1/2 cups and add more if needed as the pasta cooks.
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Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the pasta is cooked.
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Remove the lid and stir. Simmer for a few minutes to reduce extra liquid, if needed. Add half of the shredded cheese and milk, and stir well.
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Top with the remaining shredded cheese and cover with a lid to let the cheese melt, or broil for a few minutes in the oven.
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Top with dried parsley before serving.