Mac and Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli

Health score
40%
Mac and Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli
45 min.
6
1131kcal

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Looking for a delicious and hearty meal that's sure to satisfy your cravings? Look no further than this mouth-watering Mac and Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli! This delectable dish is the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness, tender chicken, and crisp-tender broccoli, all nestled inside a bed of freshly cooked pasta shells. With a caloric breakdown of 13.94% protein, 70.82% fat, and 15.24% carbs, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a well-rounded meal.

This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish, making it a great option for any occasion. The preparation is simple and straightforward, taking only 45 minutes to whip up and serving 6 hungry individuals.

To create this culinary masterpiece, you'll need a variety of ingredients, including all-purpose flour, broccoli florets, grated cheddar and Fontina cheeses, fresh chives, olive oil, skinless boneless chicken breasts, unsalted butter, and whipping cream. With the help of a saucepan, pot, and grill, you'll be on your way to a delightful feast that's sure to impress your family and friends.

So why wait? Dive into this scrumptious Mac and Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli and savor every last bite!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons flour 
  • heads broccoli cut into florets ( 5 cups)
  • ounces cheddar cheese grated
  • pound shell pasta cooked
  • ounces fontina grated
  • 0.5 bunch chives fresh chopped
  • servings olive oil (for brushing)
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()
  • cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Brush both sides with olive oil. Grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Dice chicken and set aside. Cook broccoli in medium pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
  4. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
  5. Add flour and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually mix in cream. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Add both cheeses and stir until sauce is smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Add pasta, chicken, and broccoli to sauce; mix well.
  8. Garnish with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1131kcal
Protein13.94%
Fat70.82%
Carbs15.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.42
Glycemic Load
14.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.239130517711%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.64mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
15.92mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
6.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1131.05kcal
56.55%
Fat:90.81g
139.7%
Saturated Fat:48.88g
305.48%
Carbohydrates:43.97g
14.66%
Net Carbohydrates:37.27g
13.55%
Sugar:8.87g
9.86%
Cholesterol:278.53mg
92.84%
Sodium:473.83mg
20.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.21g
80.41%
Vitamin C:182.83mg
221.61%
Vitamin K:222.37µg
211.78%
Selenium:62.96µg
89.95%
Vitamin A:4110.75IU
82.22%
Phosphorus:584.36mg
58.44%
Vitamin B6:1.04mg
52.2%
Vitamin B3:9.77mg
48.87%
Calcium:448.56mg
44.86%
Vitamin B2:0.76mg
44.84%
Folate:152.51µg
38.13%
Vitamin E:5.55mg
36.99%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.25%
Potassium:1135.71mg
32.45%
Vitamin B5:2.9mg
29.04%
Fiber:6.71g
26.82%
Magnesium:95.46mg
23.87%
Zinc:3.41mg
22.76%
Vitamin D:2.91µg
19.41%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.91%
Iron:3.16mg
17.55%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.51%
Copper:0.23mg
11.43%
Source:Epicurious