Broccoli Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe

Broccoli Chicken Mac and Cheese

Courtesy of Nicole Mergen

Broccoli Chicken Mac and Cheese

Nicole Mergen

We all know how important it is to eat veggies, yet some of us struggle with that challenge. This unique broccoli chicken macaroni and cheese puts a light twist into one of your favorite comfort foods, while getting the pickiest of eaters to eat those veggies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:

8 ounces pasta shells

3 cups broccoli

¾ cup milk

¼ cup sun dried tomatoes

6 ounces Laughing Cow Light Cheese Wedges

2 cups shredded chicken breast

Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

Bring a large pot of boiling water to a boil.

Cook pasta according to package instructions, adding broccoli three minutes before pasta is cooked through.

Drain well.

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.

Whisk in milk, sun dried tomatoes and cheese wedges, about one or two minutes until smooth.

Add pasta, broccoli and chicken.

Gently stir or toss to combine, and serve immediately.