Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe
A creamy and comforting chicken mac and cheese recipe that's perfect for a family dinner. This dish features tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 0.25 cup butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked macaroni and shredded chicken to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
Notes
Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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