CHICKEN MAC & CHEESE

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In my family, a stick-to-your-ribs supper has protein, pasta and a good cheese like cheddar. This loaded mac works like a charm at potlucks. -Cynthia Huff, Flora, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups 2% milk
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, onion, salt and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from pan., In same pan, melt butter. Stir in flour, paprika and cayenne until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese and mustard until cheese is melted., Add macaroni mixture and chicken to sauce. Heat through, stirring to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Wolkar Evan
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken mac and cheese, but this recipe was actually really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was nice and creamy.


Mlungisi Nxumalo
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This chicken mac and cheese is the best I've ever had! The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is perfectly creamy and cheesy.


Samm KE
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I've tried this recipe a few times, and I've always been happy with the results. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Makena Bates
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken mac and cheese. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Smith Ebuka
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make.


Zia Haq
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and dry, and the cheese sauce was grainy. I had to throw the whole thing away.


Binata Oli
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I thought the chicken mac and cheese was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the cheese sauce was too thick. I probably won't make this recipe again.


Gaming Lima
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Brenda Maysonet
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I've made this chicken mac and cheese recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Jatt Brand
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This chicken mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The creamy cheese sauce and the tender chicken were perfect together. I also loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave the dish a nice crunch.