Copycat Panera Broccoli Mac and Cheese
This copycat Panera broccoli mac and cheese is full of tender pasta, fresh broccoli, and a velvety cheese sauce that’s seriously hard to resist
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 569kcal
Equipment
- large pot or dutch oven
- wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Knife and cutting board (for broccoli, if needed)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 8 ounces medium shell pasta
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and add the chicken broth, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, pasta, broccoli, and carrots. Stir well to combine.
- Increase heat to medium-low and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until fully melted and the sauce becomes thick and creamy.
- Turn off the heat and serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 569kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1575mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5205IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 374mg | Iron: 1mg