Chicken Nugget Mac 'n' Cheese Bake
Roasted Broccoli and Carrots
Ingredients
- ½ (32-oz) pkg frozen breaded chicken nuggets
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 4 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 3 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Bake chicken nuggets according to package directions. Cool slightly, and cut into bite-size pieces. Adjust oven temperature to 400°F.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
- Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; add flour, and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Stir in broth until mixture is smooth; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in 2 cups cheese until melted. Stir in pasta and chicken. Spoon into a greased 2½-quart baking dish; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1 (12-oz) pkg broccoli florets
- 1 (16-oz) pkg baby carrots
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
Side Dish Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss together all ingredients on a large rimmed baking sheet. Spread in a single layer. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are browned and tender. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
572
|
103
|
675
|
| Fat (g) | 24 | 7 | 31 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 11 | 1 | 12 |
| Protein (g) | 39 | 2 | 41 |
| Carb (g) | 50 | 9 | 59 |
| Fiber (g) | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Sodium (mg) | 1003 | 62 | 1065 |
| T. Sugs (g) | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| A. Sugs (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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