MACARONI & CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN

By shuber

1 GREEN, 1 YELLOW, 1/2 RED, 1/2 PURPLE
1.5 CUPS PER SERVING

Ingredients

• 4 oz. dry whole wheat macaroni
• 4 tsp butter (or coconut oil)
• 2 T unbleached whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 C unsweetened almond milk
• 1 1/4 C freshly grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 C cooked chopped chicken breast
• 6 C chopped broccoli florets, steamed
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1.Cook macaroni according to package directions. Set aside.
2.Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
3.Add flour; cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, or until brown.
4.Slowly whisk in almond milk; cook, whisking constantly, for 1-2 minutes, or until mixture thickens and there are no lumps.
5.Reduce heat to low. Add cheese; cook, whisking constantly for 2-3 mins, or until melted.
6.Add chicken, broccoli, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 min, or until heated through.
7.Serve immediately.