Description
A comforting and flavorful dinner plate featuring tender creamy chicken, classic mac and cheese, and savory herb-roasted potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 medium potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low. Pour heavy cream into the skillet with chicken, add cheddar cheese, and stir until creamy and melted. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the creamy sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat. Serve alongside roasted potatoes.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.