Chicken, Broccoli, and Cheese Skillet Meal

By hmorris31

Ingredients

• 2 Whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 1/2 pounds) cut in 1" cubes
• 2 Teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 1⁄2 Cups or more chopped broccoli, fresh or frozen
• 1 Can (14 1/2 ounces) low sodium chicken broth
• 1 Can (14 1/2 ounces) low sodium cream of chicken soup
• 1 Teaspoon pepper
• 2 Cloves garlic, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 Cups small shell pasta, uncooked
• 1 Cup (4 ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from foodhero.org

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat (350 degrees in an electric skillet).

2. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add broccoli, broth, soup, pepper, garlic and pasta. Bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat to lowest setting, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.

5. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

6. Check near the end of cooking and add a small amount of water, if needed.

7. Add cheese during last two minutes.

8. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.