Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Chicken Mac and Cheese, where juicy chicken meets al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. This one-skillet wonder is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, ensuring minimal cleanup while serving maximum satisfaction. The combination of sharp cheddar and savory Parmesan creates an irresistible flavor that will delight both kids and adults. Easily customizable, you can add your favorite vegetables or spices to make this dish truly your own. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a potluck event, this Chicken Mac and Cheese is sure to be a hit on any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ lb small or medium pasta shells
- 1 ½ cups half and half
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ chicken bouillon cube
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder, garlic powder, parsley
- ¼ teaspoon EACH: paprika, pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- Salt/pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large measuring cup, combine sauce ingredients (half and half, chicken broth, bouillon cube, hot sauce, mustard powder, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, paprika, pepper) and set aside.
- Boil salted water for pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Slice chicken thinly and pound to ½ inch thick; season with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown; set aside.
- Deglaze skillet with white wine; reduce by half.
- Make roux by melting butter and stirring in flour; cook briefly.
- Gradually stir in sauce mixture until thickened; lower heat and add cheeses until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and seared chicken with the cheese sauce; serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 109mg