Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this extra creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese, a dish that beautifully marries tender, seared chicken with rich, cheesy pasta. Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings at home, this one-skillet recipe not only delights the taste buds but also simplifies cleanup. In just under an hour, you can create a flavorful meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether you stick with the classic recipe or personalize it with your favorite veggies and cheeses, this Chicken Mac and Cheese will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- ½ lb small or medium pasta shells
- 1 ½ cups half and half
- 1 cup chicken broth (or bouillon)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Spices: mustard powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, pepper
Instructions
- Slice chicken in half lengthwise; pound to ½ inch thick.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear in olive oil until golden.
- Deglaze skillet with white wine; reduce by half.
- Create a roux by melting butter and adding flour; cook briefly.
- Gradually stir in sauce mixture; bring to a gentle boil.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; combine drained pasta and chicken into the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg