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A plate of creamy Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese.

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac And Cheese

Shruthi
Indulge in this easy copycat Panera broccoli cheddar mac and cheese, ready in just 20 minutes for a creamy, comforting dinner!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 8 ounces shell shaped pasta medium
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 ounces cream cheese room temp
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese sharp

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot melt the butter over a medium heat. Turn to low and add the chicken broth, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, pasta, broccoli and carrots, stir to combine everything.
  • Cook on a medium to low heat until it starts to boil, turn to low and let it simmer for about 8-10 minutes or until the noodles are done. Add the heavy cream and stir, cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the cream cheese and cheddar cheese and stir until both of them are melted in. It will start to become thick. Turn off the heat and serve!