Laughing Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Laughing Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) package elbow macaroni; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 8 (3/4 ounce) wedges Laughing Cow cheese; 2 cups medium cheddar, shredded; 2 cups colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk; 1 cup broccoli slaw mix; 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper; paprika, to sprinkle; MARINADE; 1/8 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil; handful fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (14 1/2 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
8 (3/4 ounce) wedges Laughing Cow cheese
2 cups medium cheddar, shredded
2 cups colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 cup broccoli slaw mix
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper
paprika, to sprinkle
MARINADE
1/8 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil
handful fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper

1
Prepare marinade by whisking together all ingredients in a small bowl and transferring to a large plastic baggie. Add the chicken to the baggie, shake to coat the chicken, and marinade for at least 1 hour (up to 4).
2
Bake chicken on parchment-lined cookie sheet at 350*F for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear; let chicken rest while macaroni is cooking.
3
Prepare macaroni as directed on package; drain well, cover to keep warm.
4
Cube chicken, cover to keep warm.
5
In large saucepan over medium-heat, combine butter, extra virgin olive oil, cheeses, milk, dried onion flakes, salt and pepper; stir constantly until melted.
6
Add macaroni, broccoli slaw and cubed chicken to the cheese mixture; mix well.
7
Transfer to a large, deep, greased casserole dish; sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 350*F for 35-40 minutes, or until cheese turns light brown.

1514

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) package elbow macaroni, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, and more.

Yes, Laughing Mac & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Laughing Mac & Cheese

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