Chicken, Broccoli, & Cheddar Mac and Cheese Squares
An easy recipe for Chicken, Broccoli, & Cheddar Mac and Cheese Squares
Ingredients
4oz.elbow macaroni
2cups/8 oz. small broccoli florets
2tbsp/1 oz. butter
6Tbsp.flour
2cups/16 oz. skim milk
4oz.grated sharp cheddar cheese
8oz.cooked chicken leftoversmall dice
½cupbreadcrumbs
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and reserve.
Heat a small pan of salted water. Cook the broccoli until crisp tender (about 2 minutes). Rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Chop into ½” pieces. Reserve.
Heat a large saucepan over medium low heat. Add butter and, whisking constantly, stir in the flour taking care the flour doesn’t brown. Continue to cook for 2 minutes.
Whisk in the milk. It will thicken as it gets hot. Whisk constantly; any lumps will smooth out. Cook for 5 – 7 minutes. Mixture will bubble and thicken. When it no longer changes in consistency, it’s done.
Stir in cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in pasta, broccoli and chicken. Spread into a 9” x 9” pan. Sprinkle with the breadcrumbs and press them into the surface. Cool completely (at least 2 hours). Cut into 6 squares.