Creamy Dreamy Chicken Spaghetti: A Southern Comfort Classic

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) black pepper
• 1 lb (450g) spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
• ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
• 3 cups (710ml) milk
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
• 1 (10.75 ounce/305g) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (4 ounce/115g) jar diced pimentos, drained
• 8 ounces (225g) Velveeta cheese, cubed
• ½ cup (50g) shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)