PENNE WITH CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND TOMATO BASIL CHEDDAR

Makes 4 servings
Ingredients • 8 ounces penne or other small pasta shape • 2 cups small broccoli florets • 1 teaspoon olive oil • 1 teaspoon minced garlic • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken • 1 cup grated Tomato Basil Cheddar
Directions 1. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne according to package directions, adding broccoli for last two minutes of cooking time.
2. Remove 1/2 cup of cooking water and set aside. Drain penne and broccoli in colander.
3. Return pot to heat and add oil and garlic; stir until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Add drained penne and broccoli, reserved cooking water and salt.
4. Remove pan from heat and add chicken and cheese, stirring until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Analysis Calories 459 , Total Fat 16g , Saturated Fat 8g , Sodium 543mg , Carbohydrates 37g , Dietary Fiber 6g , Protein 40g , Calcium 290mg
Recipe & photo courtesy of Cabot Creamery Cooperative www.cabotcheese.com
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