Chicken, Broccoli & Cheese Skillet Meal

• 2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 1/2 pounds) cut in 1" cubes
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 1⁄2 cups or more chopped broccoli, fresh or frozen
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) low sodium chicken broth (see notes)
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) low sodium condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups small shell pasta, uncooked
• 1 cup (4 ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded

Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat (350 degrees in an electric skillet). Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 2-3 minutes.
Add broccoli, broth, soup, pepper, garlic and pasta. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to lowest setting, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Check near the end of cooking and add a small amount of water, if needed.
Add cheese during last two minutes.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.