Crispy Chicken Mac & Cheese

• porce: 3-4

Ingredience

For the Mac and Cheese:

½ pound macaroni pasta

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 teaspoons grated garlic

¼ cup all-purpose flour

1½ cups whole milk

½ cup chicken stock

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes

¾ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Crispy Chicken:

1 large chicken breast, split in half lengthwise

¼ cup all-purpose flour

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1 egg

2 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

3 cups panko breadcrumbs

Neutral oil, for fryin

Pokyny

Step 1

Cook the pasta: Fill the Perfect Pot with water, salt, and bring to a boil. Cook the macaroni for 3 minutes less than the al dente cooking time indicated on the package. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Make the cheese sauce: In the Always Pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken stock. Cook until the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens slightly.

Step 3

Add the cheese: Stir in the cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses, along with the sun-dried tomatoes. Continue stirring until the cheeses have fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Combine and bake: Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish and sprinkle additional grated Parmesan on top. Bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mac and cheese is bubbling.

Step 5

Prepare the chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create a thick slurry.

Step 6

Coat the chicken: Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, dip it into the egg slurry, and then coat it in panko, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside on a plate.

Step 7

Fry the chicken: Heat the Always Pan Pro with enough oil to shallow fry the chicken over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels.

Step 8

Fry the chicken: Heat the Always Pan Pro with enough oil to shallow fry the chicken over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels.