Parmesan Garlic Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipes
Creamy, ultra-garlicky mac and cheese loaded with juicy chicken and a big punch of Parmesan. Cozy comfort in one skillet.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz elbow macaroni, dry
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.75 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs optional topping
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for topping
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Boil pasta in salted water until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with half the salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sear chicken until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Melt 3 tbsp butter in the same skillet. Stir in minced garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then milk and cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in cream cheese until smooth. Off heat, fold in Parmesan and mozzarella until silky.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat and warm through. Adjust salt and pepper.
- Optional: Mix panko with melted butter and parsley. Broil on top until golden, 1–2 minutes.
Notes
Swap mozzarella with sharp white cheddar for a bolder bite, or stir in crispy bacon before serving. Leftovers keep 3–4 days refrigerated; reheat gently with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Parmesan Garlic Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.