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Cavatappi Alfredo with Broccoli & Chicken

Author: Hoorah to Health
Who needs to go to an Italian restaurant when you can make your own delicious pasta right at home in just 20 minutes? This Cavatappi Alfredo with Broccoli & Chicken is creamy, cheesy, and easy to make!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6
Calories 356 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz Cavatappi
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets cooked
  • 3 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1 cup Chicken cooked
  • 1 cup Parmesan grated
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Milk low fat
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Flour
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the cavatappi according to package instructions.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the flour.
  • Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and then the milk, allowing it to thicken.
  • Stir in the spices and cheese, until melted.
  • Toss together the cavatappi, broccoli, chicken, and Alfredo sauce.
  • Garnish with more parmesan cheese and/or parsley, as desired.

Notes

  • I used 1% milk when I made this recipe, however any other type of milk may be substituted. Just avoid the heavy cream!
  • Grating a block of cheese yourself vs. purchasing pre-grated cheese will provide more flavor and melt easier!
  • This recipe makes just enough Alfredo sauce to perfectly coat your pasta. If you prefer a more saucy dish, consider decreasing the pasta to 8 ounces.
Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 6.Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 17gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 558mgPotassium: 305mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 388IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 270mgIron: 1mg