Pasta & Cheddar Chicken Divan |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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This tastes like cheddar mac & cheese with chicken and broccoli thrown in. Recipe taken from San Giorgio pasta box. Ingredients:
8 ounces rigatoni pasta |
4 cups fresh broccoli florets |
3 tablespoons butter |
1/3 cup finely chopped onion |
1 garlic cloves, minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless cut in 1/2-inch chunks (i used 2 c cooked chicken) |
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 2 minutes of cooking; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes.
3. Add chicken, cook until no longer pink. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly; DO NOT BROWN.
4. Add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until mixture boils. Reduce heat to low; add 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir until cheese melts.
5. Toss hot pasta and broccoli with sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Serve immediately.
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