Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese
Chicken mac and cheese takes an American comfort-food favorite and turns it into a complete family meal with tender chicken and a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- 250 g macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook macaroni until tender and drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan.
- Add flour and stir for about one minute.
- Slowly add milk while stirring.
- Add cheddar and mix until smooth.
- Stir in chicken and cooked macaroni.
- Transfer into a baking dish.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top.
- Bake until golden and bubbling.
Notes
- Mix cheddar with mozzarella for extra stretch.
- Add broccoli or peas for vegetables.
- Do not overcook the pasta before baking.
- Serve warm with a fresh green salad.