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Cajun Chicken Macaroni and Cheese

Cajun Chicken Macaroni and Cheese is a macaroni and cheese with a kick!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun Chicken Macaroni and Cheese
Servings: 8
Calories: 377kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iambaker.com

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Mac and Cheese

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked al dente according to package directions, drained
  • ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups (735 g) whole milk, warmed
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • ½ cup (56.5 g) mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Chicken

  • Season both sides of the chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  • To a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add oil, swirling to coat the skillet. When hot, add chicken and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from heat.
  • When cool enough, slice each chicken breast and place onto a place. Tent to keep warm. Set aside.

Mac and Cheese

  • In a sauce pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minute (or until the mixture turns light brown).
  • Remove from heat. Gradually pour in the warm milk, whisking constantly.
  • Return the pan to the heat. Whisk another 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Again, remove from heat.
  • Add the Cajun seasoning and stir to combine.
  • Add the cheeses, stirring to melt.
  • Pour the sauce over the top of the cooked elbow macaroni. Stir to combine.
  • Add diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
  • Top with the sliced chicken breast.
  • Season with salt and pepper, and top with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal