Chicken Bacon Macaroni And Cheese Food

SPICY CHICKEN AND BACON MAC

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Preheat broiler. , In a 10-inch cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes (do not burn). Gradually whisk in cream, milk, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Add pasta, chicken, bacon and jalapeno; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle chips over top., Broil 3-4 inches from heat until chips are browned, about 30 seconds.

CHICKEN AND BACON MAC AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add the onion. Cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes, until the onion starts to soften.
• Add the chicken, then cook for 5 - 6 minutes until the chicken is sealed.
• Add the salt, pepper, garlic and tomato puree. Stir everything together so that the tomato paste coats the chicken.
• Add in the tinned tomatoes, sugar and stock. Stir and bring to the boil, then add in the macaroni.
• Stir together, bring back to a gentle simmer and place a lid on. Simmer for 13-15 minutes, checking and stirring a couple of times during cooking, until the macaroni is cooked.
• Once the macaroni is cooked, stir in the cream and sprinkle on half of each of the cheeses, followed by all of the bacon.
• Stir together. Mix the remaining cheese with the panko and sprinkle on top.
• Place under the grill (broiler) for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
• Sprinkle on the chopped parsley and serve!