Hey, y'all! If you're craving a bowl of creamy, cheesy comfort, this Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese is just what you need. Loaded with tender broccoli and a rich cheddar cheese sauce, it's an easy homemade version of a restaurant favorite that everyone will love.

Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese

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The creamy cheddar sauce, tender broccoli, and shell pasta come together in every bite for the ultimate comfort food. A touch of Dijon adds just enough flavor to make this homemade mac and cheese extra special without adding any extra fuss.

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Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. butter
• 4 c. chicken broth
• 1 tsp. garlic salt
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 8 oz. medium shell-shaped pasta
• 3 c. broccoli florets
• 1 c. shredded carrots
• 1 c. heavy cream
• 6 oz. cream cheese (room temp)
• 8 oz. sharp shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken broth, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, pasta, broccoli, and carrots. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar, stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. Use pre-cut broccoli to save a little prep time.
2. If using frozen broccoli, steam it first for the best texture. Make sure to fully drain it!
3. Sharp cheddar gives the sauce the richest flavor.
4. Shells are classic, but any short pasta works well.
5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Recipe

Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese

JC Phelps

This Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender broccoli for an easy one-pot comfort meal.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 953 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 tbsp. butter
• 4 c. chicken broth
• 1 tsp. garlic salt
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 8 oz. medium shell-shaped pasta
• 3 c. broccoli florets
• 1 c. shredded carrots
• 1 c. heavy cream
• 6 oz. cream cheese room temp
• 8 oz. sharp shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

 

• In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the chicken broth, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, pasta, broccoli, and carrots. Stir well to combine.
• Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
• Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 5 minutes.
• Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar, stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Notes

• Use pre-cut broccoli to save a little prep time.
• If using frozen broccoli, steam it first for the best texture. Be sure to fully drain it! 
• Sharp cheddar gives the sauce the richest flavor.
• Shells are classic, but any short pasta works well.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 953kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 32gFat: 64gSaturated Fat: 37gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 187mgSodium: 2307mgPotassium: 1111mgFiber: 9gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 13194IUVitamin C: 162mgCalcium: 620mgIron: 3mg

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