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Spicy Shells With Broccoli And Blue Cheese

Very hearty and spicy comfort dish!!

Steps

Cook pasta in large pot of salted water according to package instructions.
In a small kettle cover chicken with water , add salt and simmer until cooked through.
Shred the chicken and set it aside.
Save stock for later.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add scallions , cook 4 minutes or until wilted but not brown.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Add broccoli and chicken broth that you saved.
Cover , bring to a boil and cook 2-3 minutes.
Broccoli should be crisp-tender.
Add undrained beans , salt , crushed red pepper and black pepper , stir gently.
Heat for 1-2 minutes.
Drain pasta , return to pot.
Add the broccoli mixture and chicken.
Increase heat to medium , add 1 / 4 cup of the chicken stock.
Bring to a boil.
Add 1 cup cheese , stir until cheese is melted.
Add additional 1 / 4 cup chicken stock if necessary to thin sauce.
Sprinkle with the rest of the blue cheese and serve.
Top with cherry tomatoes.

Ingredients

shell pasta, boneless chicken breasts, scallions, olive oil, garlic, broccoli florets, chicken broth, navy beans, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, celery salt, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes