CHICKEN AND SPINACH MAC AND CHEESE
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, place the chicken skin in a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat, being careful to keep the skin as flat as possible. Cook, flipping over halfway, for about 2 minutes, until the skin is crisp and the fat has rendered out. Remove the skin from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add the spinach and wilt for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Remove the spinach from the pan and set aside.
- To the same pan, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and melt over medium-high heat. Add the flour and cook, whisking continuously, until the mixture is free of any lumps and light tan in color, about 1 minute. Lower the heat to medium, slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly, and cook until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Add the cheese, whisking to combine, and cook until it is melted and the sauce is smooth. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the chicken stock, lemon juice, yellow mustard and hot sauce. Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
- Add the drained pasta, wilted spinach and pulled chicken to the sauce. Stir to combine. Crumble the crispy chicken skin on top and serve immediately.
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NATALIE BACORN
b-n97@yahoo.comThis recipe is perfect for a potluck or party. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Atique Hasan
atique.hasan@gmail.comI'm gluten-free, so I used gluten-free pasta in this recipe. It was still delicious!
Renee Kight
renee_kight42@hotmail.comI'm lactose intolerant, so I used vegan cheese in this recipe. It turned out great!
Aminata Waggeh
aminata.w43@yahoo.comI'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the chicken from this recipe. It was still very flavorful.
IDRIS MS
idris37@gmail.comI didn't have any chicken on hand, so I used ground beef instead. It was still delicious!
Ankit Khadka
ankit_k@gmail.comI'm allergic to spinach, so I substituted kale in this recipe. It turned out great!
TAHSEEN ALI
a@yahoo.comThe ingredients in this recipe are a bit pricey. I think I would try a different recipe that uses more affordable ingredients.
Kenneshia Goodwin
k-g@yahoo.comThis recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
dost mohammad dost
m_dost71@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The chicken and spinach added a lot of flavor.
Nodumo Sibanda
ns@yahoo.comI would definitely make this recipe again. It's a great comfort food that's perfect for a cold winter night.
shubham Kakde
shubham-kakde@hotmail.frOverall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to make and the mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy.
Naveed Za
naveedz@yahoo.comThis recipe was a disaster! The mac and cheese was dry and clumpy, and the breadcrumb topping was burnt.
Carmela Cardenas
c.c6@yahoo.comThe breadcrumb topping was a bit too crunchy for my liking. I think I would just use grated Parmesan cheese next time.
Brock Borst
brock26@gmail.comThis mac and cheese was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time.
Lynlyn Desalisa
lynlyn.d@gmail.comI love this recipe! It's my go-to mac and cheese recipe whenever I have guests over.
Kayla Vida
k_v@gmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the mac and cheese turned out great! I used a mixture of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and I added some chopped red pepper for a bit of color.
COUNSELLOR ESSEL
e@gmail.comThis mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. The chicken and spinach added a nice touch, and the breadcrumb topping was the perfect finishing touch.