Pasta & Cheddar Chicken Divan - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces rigatoni pasta
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic cloves, minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless cut in 1/2-inch chunks (I used 2 C cooked chicken)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 2 minutes of cooking; drain.
Meanwhile, in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes.
Add chicken, cook until no longer pink. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly; DO NOT BROWN.
Add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until mixture boils. Reduce heat to low; add 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir until cheese melts.
Toss hot pasta and broccoli with sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Serve immediately.