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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Mac

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This cozy and comforting Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Mac is a one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and al dente elbow pasta in a creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
  • 3.5–4 cups chicken broth
  • 2.5 cups elbow pasta, uncooked
  • 3 cups broccoli, chopped into small florets
  • 8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add the cubed chicken to the pot along with the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ranch seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Stir in the uncooked elbow pasta and the chopped broccoli. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded Colby Jack cheese until it melts and the sauce is creamy. Serve hot.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, use 3.5 cups of broth. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat with a splash of broth.

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Keywords: cheesy, chicken, macaroni, broccoli, comfort food, easy dinner

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