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Cajun Chicken Mac & Cheese Skillet

Here's another easy weeknight one pan meal! Try this Cajun Chicken Mac & Cheese Skillet tonight!

Course Entree
Cuisine American
Keyword baked chicken, cajun, mac & cheese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Author cindy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1" cubes
  • 1 1/2 TBSP Cajun seasoning divided
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • 1/2 TBSP onion powder
  • 1 TBSP minced garlic about 2 cloves
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 TBSP heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and 1 TBS of the Cajun seasoning on the diced chicken.

  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil gets wavy add the chicken.

  3. Cook the chicken until it is browned on all sides, stirring occasionally.

  4. Sprinkle the onion powder and minced garlic over the cooked chicken. Stir and cook fro 2-3 minutes more.

  5. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir.

  6. Add the elbow macaroni to the skillet and stir well.

  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.

  8. Cover pan and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

  9. Add in the heavy cream and the remaining Cajun seasoning, stir until combined.

  10. Top with shredded cheese and cook for a few more minutes so cheese can melt.