Spicy Mac ‘n Chicken Bowl

Spicy Mac ‘n Chicken Bowl

Preparation Time10 mins Cooking Time20 mins Makes 4

Savor the delicious fusion of flavors in our Spicy Mac ‘N Chicken Bowl! This comforting dish features creamy mac and crispy Cajun chicken bites, perfectly seasoned with Knorr bouillon. Elevate your taste buds with a drizzle of Hot Ones’ Buffalo Hot Sauce, adding a spicy kick to this indulgent chicken recipe. A mouthwatering delight awaits!

Nutritional Information

Calories

580kcal (4 serving)

Total Fat

21g (4 serving)

Saturated Fat

5g (4 serving)

Cholesterol

95mg (4 serving)

Sodium

1120mg (4 serving)

Total Carbs

58g (4 serving)

Dietary Fiber

2g (4 serving)

Sugars

6g (4 serving)

Protein

40g (4 serving)

Ingredients List
  1. 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
  2. 1/4 cup pickle juice (optional)
  3. 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
  4. 1 1/2 tbsp. Knorr® Granulated Chicken Bouillon, divided
  5. 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
  6. 1 cup all-purpose flour
  7. 1/4 cup cornstarch
  8. 1 tbsp baking powder
  9. 2 packages Knorr® Cheddar Broccoli Pasta Side
  10. 3 cups water
  11. 1 cup low-fat milk
  12. Vegetable oil for frying
  13. 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  14. 1 1/2 tbsps Hot Ones' Buffalo Hot Sauce

Directions

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1. Whisk together buttermilk, pickle juice (optional), ½ Tbsp Cajun seasoning, and 1 Tbsp Bouillon in large bowl until well blended. Fully submerge chicken in mixture. Set aside.

2. In separate shallow bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and remaining ½ Tbsp. each Bouillon and Cajun seasoning until blended. Drizzle 2 Tbsp. buttermilk mixture into flour mixture and gently mix with a fork to create a few clumps that will help form a thick crust.

3. Pour vegetable oil into large skillet until about ½-inch deep. Heat over medium-high heat until 350°. Dredge chicken pieces into flour mixture gently pressing, including any clumps, to help form a thick crust. Continue until all chicken pieces are well coated. Set aside.

4. Meanwhile, prepare Knorr Sides using the milk and water, following package directions.

5. Add chicken to hot oil (in batches if necessary) and fry 5 minutes, turning occasionally until chicken is browned and thoroughly cooked.

6. To build your Knorr Famous Mac and Cheese bowl, evenly spoon Knorr sides into 4 serving bowls, then evenly top with crispy chicken and shredded cheddar cheese. Finish by drizzling Hot Ones’s Buffalo Hot Sauce on top, to taste.