Instant Pot Broccoli Chicken Pasta

Craving something delicious but dreading a complicated recipe? Meet your new go-to weekday dinner recipe – Instant Pot Broccoli Chicken Pasta! 

Ever find yourself in the mood for something tasty, but the idea of a complicated recipe makes you want to run away? Well, meet your new dinner BFF—Broccoli Chicken Noodles! I whipped up this dish on a whim with just a handful of ingredients. We're talking a creamy, cheesy sauce that's like a cozy hug for your taste buds, all mixed up with pasta, rotisserie chicken, and broccoli. The incorporation of a rotisserie chicken not only adds a protein but also makes it an ideal recipe for those looking to utilize leftover chicken. 

This recipe is a breeze – the trickiest part is crafting the white cheese sauce. But its made from scratch so something you can feel good about!

I found the rottiserie chicken and a bag a cut and washed broccoli at my local Costco. Everything else I already had on-hand or is part of my usual grocery list.

Read on to learn how to make a comforting meal, perfect for busy evenings or lazy weekends.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 Cup Butter
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp Flour
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 2 cups Milk, (Approx) add more if needed
• 1 Cup Shredded Cheese
• Cut pre-wasted broccoli
• 1.5 Cups cut up Rotisserie chicken (or more if you want)
• 16 oz dry shell Pasta
• Grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt a combination of butter and olive oil.

2. Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the melted fats.

3. Sprinkle in the flour evenly, and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly to create a roux.

4. Gradually whisk in milk until all clumps are gone, and the mixture is smooth and incorporated.

5. Stir in shredded cheese and stir until it is melted.

6. Make pasta in instant pot by adding 16 oz dry small shell noodles with 4 cups water, then place rinsed and cut broccoli on top of the water. Pressure cook on high for 2 minutes, then allow to sit for 8 minutes before manual releasing steam.

7. Cut up rotisserie chicken meat into bite size pieces and add to cheese sauce.

8. Once noodles/broccoli are complete, pour in cheese sauce you made with the chicken.

9. Serve with grated parmesan cheese and salt and pepper.

So, there you have it—Instant Pot Broccoli Chicken Pasta, your new favorite dinner recipe! From whipping up the yummy cheesy sauce to tossing in the goodness of broccoli and rotisserie chicken, this dish is a breeze.

Top it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and you've just crafted a meal that not only tastes fantastic but also makes everyone at the table do the happy dance. There's something special about knowing you've made a fresh, simple, and healthy dish that brings joy to your taste buds and a smile to your family's faces. Enjoy your delicious creation!