Chicken Cordon Bleu Mac And Cheese Recipe

Chicken Cordon Bleu Mac and Cheese is a delicious twist on the classic mac and cheese dish. It combines the flavors of tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy cheese sauce, all baked to perfection. This recipe is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup cooked ham, diced
• 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens.
5. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and paprika.
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the shredded Swiss and Gruyere cheeses. Stir until melted and smooth.
7. Add the cooked chicken and ham to the cheese sauce, mixing well.
8. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese and meat mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
9. Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to the greased baking dish.
10. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the dish.
11. Bake in the prehe