ZENB Chicken-Broccoli Alfredo Mac & Cheese

Dive into this creamy, delicious recipe featuring ZENB Elbows Pasta. Combining chicken, broccoli, and cheese, this alfredo mac and cheese is a great way to feed your family. Get excited to enjoy this delicious ZENB Pasta recipe!

• 1 box (12 ounces) ZENB Elbows Pasta made from 100% Yellow Peas, uncooked
• 2 cups small broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Cook ZENB Pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli florets during last 6 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water; drain.

2.

Meanwhile, melt butter in large pot on medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt & pepper. Cook 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides. Transfer chicken to clean plate.

3.

Add milk and reserved pasta water to same skillet; bring mixture to a low boil on medium heat. Reduce heat to low. Add cheeses; whisk until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir in pasta, broccoli and chicken. Mix gently until well combined.