Chicken-Broccoli Mac And Cheese With Bacon Recipe

Name: Chicken-Broccoli Mac And Cheese With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces uncooked large or regular elbow macaroni; 3 cups prechopped broccoli florets; 3 bacon slices, coarsely chopped; 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic; 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk; 1 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson); 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour; 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 1/4 cups)

Servings: persons

6 ounces uncooked large or regular elbow macaroni
3 cups prechopped broccoli florets
3 bacon slices, coarsely chopped
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 1/4 cups)

1
Preheat broiler to high.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Add broccoli to pan during last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.
3
While pasta cooks, place bacon in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat; cook 4 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from pan with a slotted spoon; reserve 1 1/2 teaspoons drippings in pan. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add chicken to drippings in pan; cook 4 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with turmeric; cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
4
Combine remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt, milk, stock, and flour, stirring with a whisk. Add milk mixture to pan; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook 2 minutes or until thickened. Add pasta mixture and 2 ounces cheese; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 3 ounces cheese and bacon. Broil 2 minutes or until cheese melts and just begins to brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces uncooked large or regular elbow macaroni, 3 cups prechopped broccoli florets, 3 bacon slices, coarsely chopped, 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken-Broccoli Mac And Cheese With Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken-Broccoli Mac And Cheese With Bacon

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