Grilled Chicken And Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese From Racha

Name: Grilled Chicken And Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese From Rachael Ray
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, good-quality smoky, such as applewood-smoked; salt and pepper; 1 lb pasta, whole wheat short-cut; 1/2 lb chicken breast, skinless, boneless lightly pounded; 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, quartered lengthwise and very thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/2 cup chicken stock or 1/2 cup cloudy apple cider; 2 cups milk, whole; 2 tablespoons thyme, fresh, chopped; nutmeg, to taste, freshly grated; 1 1/2 cups white cheddar cheese, extra-sharp, shredded; 1 cup gruyere, shredded; 1 teaspoon parsley, Flat leaf or 1 teaspoon celery leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon, good-quality smoky, such as applewood-smoked
salt and pepper
1 lb pasta, whole wheat short-cut
1/2 lb chicken breast, skinless, boneless lightly pounded
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, quartered lengthwise and very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup chicken stock or 1/2 cup cloudy apple cider
2 cups milk, whole
2 tablespoons thyme, fresh, chopped
nutmeg, to taste, freshly grated
1 1/2 cups white cheddar cheese, extra-sharp, shredded
1 cup gruyere, shredded
1 teaspoon parsley, Flat leaf or 1 teaspoon celery leaves, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0. Arrange the bacon on a slotted broiler pan or on a rack placed over a baking sheet and bake until crisp, about 15 minutes. Chop and reserve. Switch on the broiler and position the rack in the center of the oven.
2
Bring a pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the pasta and cook 1 minute less than the instructions indicate, or until just shy of al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
3
While the pasta is working, heat a grill pan or cast-iron griddle over medium-high heat. Drizzle the chicken with EVOO to coat lightly, then season evenly with the paprika, salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer to a cutting board and halve the pieces lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise.
4
While the chicken cooks, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until light golden and very soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir for 1 minute. Whisk in the cider (or stock), then the milk. Bring to a boil and cook, whisking, until the sauce coats the back of a spoon, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the thyme and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in the cheeses until melted.
5
Add the chicken, bacon and sauce to the pasta and transfer to a casserole. Broil until bubbling and browned, about 5 minutes. Garnish with the parsley (or celery greens).

1211

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, good-quality smoky, such as applewood-smoked, salt and pepper, 1 lb pasta, whole wheat short-cut, 1/2 lb chicken breast, skinless, boneless lightly pounded, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken And Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese From Rachael Ray 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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Grilled Chicken And Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese From Rachael Ray

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