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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Mac

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A cozy, family-friendly one pot dinner with tender chicken, broccoli, and cheesy goodness.

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. Stir often to prevent sticking.
  2. Add the cubed chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ranch seasoning. Cook 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 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 until the pasta is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded Colby Jack cheese until it melts and becomes creamy. Serve hot.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezes best without cheese added.

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Keywords: mac and cheese, chicken, broccoli, one pot meal, family dinner

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