INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 c. macaroni
1 1/4 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
1 small onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1/3 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
4 c. chicken stock
4 c. whole milk whole milk
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets (about 4 cups)
8 oz. extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
Sliced fresh chives, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
- Cook pasta according to package directions; set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through, 6 to 9 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, bell pepper, and remaining 3 tablespoons butter to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Slowly stir in stock, then milk and mustard. Simmer until thickened, about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in broccoli and reserved chicken. Simmer until broccoli is tender and soup is thickened, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 1 minute (this prevents soup from breaking). Stir in cooked pasta. Gradually stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chives.
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