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Honey Jerk Chicken Mac & Cheese

1 h 15 minServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
from @ksnice_n_spice10 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • macaroniGrains400 g
  • chicken thighs (boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces)Meat600 g
  • jerk seasoning (tablespoons)Spices3 pieces
  • honeyPantry60 ml
  • soy saucePantry30 ml
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce3 pieces
  • scotch bonnet pepper (finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • butterDairy60 g
  • plain flourPantry40 g
  • whole milkDairy600 ml
  • evaporated milkDairy200 ml
  • cheddar cheese (grated)Dairy250 g
  • mozzarella cheese (grated)Dairy150 g
  • cream cheese (softened)Dairy100 g
  • mustardPantry15 ml
  • paprikaSpices5 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices3 g
  • saltSpices8 g
  • vegetable oilPantry30 ml

per serving

Nutrition

588kcal

Carbs
63 g
Proteins
29 g
Fat
24 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stovetop
  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • Toss the chicken pieces with the jerk seasoning, honey, soy sauce, garlic and scotch bonnet pepper.
    • Cover and let marinate in the fridge.
    Step 1

  2. Cook the macaroni

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the macaroni until al dente, then drain.
    Step 2

  3. Sear the jerk chicken

    • Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
    • Cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Make the cheese sauce

    • Melt the butter in a saucepan, whisk in the flour and cook briefly.
    • Pour in the milk and evaporated milk, whisking until thickened.
    • Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, cream cheese, mustard, paprika, black pepper and salt until smooth.
    Step 4

  5. Combine and bake

    • Fold the macaroni and jerk chicken into the cheese sauce.
    • Transfer to a baking dish, top with extra cheese and bake until golden and bubbling.
    Step 5
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