👉Ingredients:
🔸️For the Cajun Chicken:
◾️2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
◾️1 tbsp olive oil
◾️1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
◾️Salt and pepper, to taste
🔸️For the Mac & Cheese:
◾️2 cups elbow macaroni (or pasta of your choice)
◾️2 tbsp butter
◾️2 garlic cloves, minced
◾️2 tbsp all-purpose flour
◾️2 cups milk
◾️1 cup heavy cream
◾️1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
◾️½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
◾️½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
◾️2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
◾️Salt and pepper, to taste
👉Instructions:
✅️1. Cook the Chicken:
◾️Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
◾️Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
◾️Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
◾️Remove from skillet and set aside.
✅️2. Cook the Pasta:
◾️Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
◾️Drain and set aside.
✅️3. Make the Sauce:
◾️In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
◾️Stir in flour and cook for another minute.
◾️Gradually whisk in the milk and cream. Cook for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
✅️4. Add Cheese and Veggies:
◾️Lower the heat and stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted.
◾️Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
◾️Season with salt and pepper.
✅️5. Combine Everything:
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
✅️6. Serve:
◾️Plate the mac and cheese and top with sliced Cajun chicken.
◾️Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
◾️Prep Time: 15 minutes
◾️Cook Time: 20 minutes
◾️Total Time: 35 minutes
◾️Servings: 4
◾️Calories: 650 kcal per serving
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