Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Fried Potatoes
Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Fried Potatoes recipe with crispy chicken, creamy pasta, and golden potatoes.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 12 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cups potatoes peeled and diced
- 3 tbsp oil for frying
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 35–40 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and add milk, heating gently.
- Add cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook diced potatoes with salt and pepper for 12–15 minutes until crispy.
- Serve chicken, mac and cheese, and fried potatoes together while warm.
Notes
Cook potatoes in a single layer for crisp texture.
Use freshly shredded cheese for smooth sauce.
Let chicken rest before serving for best results.
Use freshly shredded cheese for smooth sauce.
Let chicken rest before serving for best results.