Central Valley Mac N Cheese W/ Chicken

"This recipe is from the outstanding restaurant the Bistro in the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Bakersfield, California."
 
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Ready In:
1hr 5mins
Ingredients:
17
Serves:
8-10
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the pasta to al dente according to the package instructions, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat a medium, heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat until hot. Saute the shallots in the olive oil until lightly colored, then add the heavy cream. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and reduce by half, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Whisk in the crumbled cheese until melted and incorporated, then stir in the pasta.
  • Remove from heat and reserve the base, still in the pan, in a warm place.
  • Drizzle the chicken breasts with the olive oil, and season each side of each breast with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Sprinkle over the chopped parsley and rosemary.
  • Grill the chicken over moderate heat until the flesh is firm and the juices run clear, and a thermometer inserted reads 165 degrees. Remove from heat, cover and keep warm until needed.
  • In a medium saute pan, cook the pancetta in the oil over medium-high heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Strain the pancetta, leaving any fat in the pan.
  • Heat the pan with the fat over medium-high heat and sprinkle over the bread crumbs.
  • Saute the bread crumbs until darkened and toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and drain the bread crumbs on a paper towel.
  • Heat the macaroni base over medium heat until hot, stirring frequently. While the base is heating, slice the chicken into strips.
  • Stir the chicken into the base, then stir in the crisp pancetta, parsley and white truffle oil, tossing to coat.
  • Divide the mac 'n' cheese among 4 serving bowls and top with the crisp bread crumbs. Serve immediately.

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