Description
Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
2 cups elbow macaroni
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 lb chicken breast, cooked and diced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Cook the pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the chicken:
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove, dice, and set aside.
Make the cheese sauce:
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, cooking until the mixture thickens slightly. Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine the pasta and sauce:
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well to coat. Stir in the diced chicken.
Serve and garnish:
Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
This creamy chicken mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender chicken, rich cheese, and perfectly cooked pasta for a hearty, delicious meal.