Creamy Chicken, Broccoli, and Aged Cheddar Macaroni
Looking for an easy creamy chicken macaroni recipe?
At Exceldor, we’ve crafted a delicious version with tender Exceldor chicken, fresh broccoli, and Perron aged cheddar. Perfect for a quick family dinner, a comforting chicken meal, or a hearty dish for 4 people.
Breasts
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Oven
Winter season
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Routine Ready Recipes
4
Portions
5 min
Prepping
35 min
Cooking
Recipe
Easy
Ingredients
- 2 Exceldor chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 5 ml (1 tsp) garlic powder
- 5 ml (1 tsp) smoked paprika
- 5 ml (1 tsp) herbes de Provence
- 250 g short pasta (such as shells or macaroni)
- 500 ml (2 cups) broccoli florets
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) butter
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 750 ml (3 cups) Nutrinor milk
- 250 ml (1 cup) chicken broth
- 750 ml (3 cups) grated Perron aged cheddar cheese (around 1 brick and ½)
Directions
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- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
- Three minutes before the pasta is finished cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water. Drain the pasta and broccoli, then set aside.
- In a bowl, toss the chicken with the spices and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a deep skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the flour and cook for about 1 minute to make a roux.
- Add the chopped garlic and gradually add the milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in half of the grated cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, place the drained pasta and broccoli.
- Add the creamy sauce and chicken. Mix well to coat the pasta and chicken with the sauce.
- Top with the rest of the grated cheddar cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and heated through.
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