Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe. Tender chicken pieces smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce combine with perfectly cooked pasta for an irresistible dish that delights both kids and adults. Ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this mac and cheese is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and sauté until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually pour in milk, whisking until smooth and bubbly.
- Stir in grated cheddar cheese until melted. Mix in cooked pasta and sautéed chicken until well coated.
- (Optional) Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with more cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg