Ingredients
Method
To prepare the pasta, boil a big pot of salted water. Cook the pasta shells until al dente, following the directions on the package. After draining, set away.
Prepare the broccoli: In the final two to three minutes of cooking the pasta, add the broccoli to the boiling water. Together with the spaghetti, drain and leave aside.
Add garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the chicken to season it.
Prepare the chicken: In a big skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring now and again, until it is brown and cooked through. Take it out of the skillet and put it aside.
To make the cheese sauce, melt the butter over medium heat in the same skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds after adding the minced garlic. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
Pour in the milk: Pour in the milk gradually, whisking constantly until smooth. Cook until the sauce starts to thicken, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Put the cheese in there: Turn the heat down to low. Add the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta shells, broccoli, and chicken to the skillet. Gently whisk until everything is coated in the creamy cheddar sauce.
To serve, cook for an additional one to two minutes, or until well cooked. If desired, top with additional Parmesan or cheddar and serve right away
