Chicken Pasta Skillet

By Nicole S

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 T plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 2 T butter
• 1/2 cup half-and-half
• 4 ounces Velveeta, cubed
• 1 teaspoon garlic-herb seasoning blend
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Details

Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking; drain.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk flour and broth until smooth. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; stir in broth mixture. Add half-and-half. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Add process cheese, seasoning blend and salt; stir until smooth.

Add chicken and pasta mixture; heat through, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Let stand, covered, 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.