Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Chicken Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/2 pound Whole Wheat Pasta; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped; 1/2 whole Red Pepper Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1 Tablespoon Flour; 2 cups Milk; 1/2 cups Heavy Cream; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cups Shredded Smoked Gruyere; 1/2 cups Parmesan; 1 pinch Nutmeg; 2 whole Boneless Chicken Breasts, Grilled And Chopped; 3 slices Bacon, Fried And Crumbled

Servings: persons

1- 1/2 pound Whole Wheat Pasta
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped
1/2 whole Red Pepper Chopped
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Tablespoon Flour
2 cups Milk
1/2 cups Heavy Cream
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cups Shredded Smoked Gruyere
1/2 cups Parmesan
1 pinch Nutmeg
2 whole Boneless Chicken Breasts, Grilled And Chopped
3 slices Bacon, Fried And Crumbled

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Boil water for pasta and cook according to directions.
3
In a skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat and saute onions and red pepper.
4
While water is boiling, make the sauce.
5
In a medium saucepan on medium heat, add butter and flour and whisk together to create a roux.
6
Add milk and cream, stirring constantly.
7
Add cheeses and a pinch of nutmeg, stirring consistently for 5-8 minutes until mixture thickens.
8
In a baking dish, layer pasta, chicken, pepper and onion mixture, and bacon, Add half of the cheese sauce, then more pasta, chicken, peppers, onion and bacon.
9
Add remaining cheese sauce.
10
Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes.

723

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Fat

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/2 pound Whole Wheat Pasta, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped, 1/2 whole Red Pepper Chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Mac and Cheese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Mac and Cheese

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