CREAMY CHICKEN WITH PASTA AND BROCCOLI

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Total: 35 mins | Servings: 12 | Yield: 12 servings

Creamy, cheesy, and healthy! This is by far the best pasta recipe I have ever tasted! For someone that is health-conscious like me, this is perfect. Feel free to add more ingredients if you prefer. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS :

• 1-pound uncooked spaghetti
• 1-pound broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon margarine
• 1-pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into strips
• ½ cup chopped onions
• 1 (10.75 ounces) can condense cream of chicken soup
• ⅔ cup milk
• ⅔ cup of water
• 1 (3 ounces) package cream cheese, cubed and softened
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: Place a large pot on the stove and pour salted water.

Step 2: Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a boil.

Step 3: Add the spaghetti and cook for about 4 minutes, then add the sliced broccoli.

Step 4: Cook for another 4 minutes or until the pasta is firm.

Step 5: Drain and rinse the pasta with running water to stop the cooking process.

Step 6: Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 7: Add the margarine and allow it to melt.

Step 8: Add the chicken and onion. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the chicken no longer has juice and the onions are translucent.

Step 9: In a large mixing bowl, add the milk, water, soup, and cream cheese. Whisk until well mixed.

Step 10: Add the mixture into the skillet and allow it to boil.

Step 11: Simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat or until the sauce thickens.

Step 12: Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl.

Step 13: Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Per Serving: 280.3 calories; protein 17.7g 35% DV; carbohydrates 33g 11% DV; fat 8.5g 13% DV; cholesterol 38.4mg 13% DV; sodium 313.5mg 13% DV.