Breaded Chicken with Mac and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dip each in one egg, followed by the breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Cook the breaded chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and the coating is golden brown.

Step 3

While the chicken cooks, bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil in a pot, then add the 1 cup of pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Step 4

In a separate saucepan, melt the 0.25 cup of butter over medium heat, then whisk in the 2 cups of milk until the mixture is smooth and steaming.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the 2 cups of shredded cheese until the sauce is completely melted, thick, and creamy, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Drain the cooked pasta and pour it into the cheese sauce, stirring gently until every piece of pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.