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Chicken and Mac and Cheese

A creamy, cheesy dish featuring tender chicken and elbow macaroni, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Whole wheat or regular
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar recommended
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or low-fat
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
  • 1/4 cup Flour All-purpose
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Fresh ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley For garnish

Method
 

Prep the Ingredients
  1. Gather all ingredients: boneless chicken breasts, elbow macaroni, shredded cheese, milk, butter, and flour. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sear the seasoned chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
Boil the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be adapted for different tastes and dietary preferences.

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