chicken broccoli shells and cheese recipe 01

Ingredients chicken broccoli shells and cheese recipe 01

8 oz medium shells pasta uncooked
3 cup broccoli florets
3 tbsp olive oil
4 chicken breast halves cut into 1-inch pieces
1 salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1 cup skim milk
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1/8 tsp chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

how to make chicken broccoli shells and cheese recipe 01

Cook pasta according to the directions on the box.
Add broccoli florets to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Drain and set aside.
In the meantime, prepare the chicken.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, or until browned.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, chicken broth, and flour.
Add salt, pepper, and chili powder; whisk until well combined.
Stir the milk mixture into the pan with the chicken.
Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
Add pasta mixture and cheddar cheese; stir until cheese is melted and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
Remove from heat.
Let stand 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir and Serve.