Tomato Mac and Cheese

Tomato Mac and Cheese

Preparation Time10 mins Cooking Time18 mins Makes 4 servings

Amplify your party buffet with a mac and cheese recipe that will get the crowd roaring. Put your own signature twist on this classic party dish with bite sized chicken chunks and plump tomatoes, and finish with a savory panko parmesan crust.

Nutritional Information

Calories

410 (1 serving)

Total Fat

15g (1 serving)

Saturated Fat

3g (1 serving)

Cholesterol

85mg (1 serving)

Sodium

450mg (1 serving)

Total Carbs

39g (1 serving)

Dietary Fiber

3g (1 serving)

Sugars

6g (1 serving)

Protein

33g (1 serving)

Calcium

102mg (1 serving)

Iron

1mg (1 serving)

Potassium

666mg (1 serving)

Ingredients List
  1. 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
  2. 3 Tbsp. panko bread crumbs
  3. 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
  4. 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  5. 1 cup chopped onion
  6. 1 package Knorr® Cheesy Cheddar Pasta Side
  7. 1 1/2 cups water
  8. 1/2 cup low-fat milk
  9. 1 pint heirloom grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
  10. 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Directions

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1. HEAT 1 Tbsp. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove and cool slightly. Stir in Parmesan and set aside.

2. SEASON chicken, if desired, with salt and pepper. Heat remaining oil in same skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken and onion, stirring occasionally, until chicken is thoroughly cooked, about 6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. ADD water, milk and Knorr® Pasta Sides™ - Cheesy Cheddar to same skillet and bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes, adding tomatoes during last 2 minutes of cook time. Stir in chicken and basil and top with bread crumbs. Garnish, if desired, with chopped avocado; now it's delicious. Dig in!