Grilled Chicken Mac & Cheese Recipe
cheese sauce + cavatappi pasta + bacon parmesan herb crumble
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Chicken
Cheese Sauce
Bacon Parmesan Herb Crumble
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cook the Pasta
- 2
Boil the Cavatappi Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Sauce
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Lower the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Bacon Parmesan Herb Crumble
- 4
Combine Crumble Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the crumbled bacon, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, panko breadcrumbs, and olive oil. Stir until combined.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Mix Everything Together
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta, sliced grilled chicken, and cheese sauce. Stir until all ingredients are well coated. Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle the bacon parmesan herb crumble on top.
- 6
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Serve hot.
