Comforting Cajun Chicken Mac and Cheese
A creamy and cheesy macaroni dish infused with Cajun spices and tender chicken, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, season chicken with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning, and cook until fully cooked. Let rest before chopping.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat, add milk, and whisk continuously. Gradually add shredded cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Fold cooked elbow macaroni into the cheese sauce.
- Stir in the diced chicken and mix well.
- Serve immediately, garnished with more Cajun seasoning or herbs if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Family Meal
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