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Pasta & Cheddar Chicken Divan
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 12
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.
By RecipeOfHealth.com