Ingredients
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- 8 ounces of macaroni pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Add cooked chicken, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cheese sauce with cooked pasta. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute shredded turkey or ham for chicken.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for extra zing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
