Chicken Broccoli Mac ‘n’ Cheese (Edit recipe)

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This gooey, rich mac ‘n’ cheese is equal parts hearty and comforting with plenty of cheese and protein. When in doubt, go with sharp cheddar—it’s a classic—but if you’re feeling adventurous or using up cheeses from the fridge then we recommend Gouda, Gruyére, or fontina (or even cream cheese!)

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

12

Serves: 8

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Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Boil the Pasta and Broccoli

  1. Bring salted water to a boil in a medium stock or pasta pot. Boil pasta for 5 minutes then add the broccoli. Boil for 2 minutes or until the pasta is just al dente. Drain pasta and broccoli reserving 1 cup of pasta water and set the pasta and broccoli aside.

Fry the Chicken

  1. Heat a large enameled cast iron skillet or sauté pan over high heat and add olive oil. Add chicken pieces and fry until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.

Make the Sauce

  1. Reduce heat to medium high and add butter and garlic. Fry until garlic is just golden and fragrant. Add flour and stir to create a roux. Slowly add milk, stirring constantly, thinning the roux.
  2. Once all the milk is added, add the contents of the broth packets and stir. Add the reserved pasta water ¼ cup at a time while stirring to incorporate. Customize to your liking—use half of the water for a thicker mac ‘n’ cheese, or all of it for a saucier cheese coating.
  3. Add the mustard and cayenne, then add the cheese one handful at a time, stirring until it melts into the sauce.

Combine and Serve

  1. Once all the cheese is added, add the chicken, pasta, and broccoli to the sauce and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:578
Fat:28 g
Carbohydrates:49 g
Protein:37 g
Cholesterol:108 g
Sodium:403 mg
Fiber:3 g
Sugars:2 g
Calculated per serving.
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