Fried Chicken Mac & Cheese Burger

Name: Fried Chicken Mac & Cheese Burger
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 1 chicken breasts; 50 g of flour; 1 eggs; 30 g of breadcrumbs ((panko)); 1/2 tsp of paprika; 1/2 tsp of garlic (ground); 1/2 tsp of salt; pepper; vegetable oil (for frying); 100 g of macaroni; 50 g of cheddar (grated); 20 g of butter; 100 ml of milk; 1 tbsp of flour; 1 pinch of nutmeg; salt; pepper; 1 burger buns; 1 tbsp of mayonnaise ((or other sauce)); 1 slice of cheddar

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This very rich burger is topped with fried chicken and macaroni and cheese. 🍔 It offers a texture that is both crispy and melty.

Total time: 55 min
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 25 min
Rest: 10 min
Difficulty: Medium
Per person: €3.00

By the CookinBreak team

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

850kcal

Protein38 g18%
Carbs75 g35%
Fat45 g47%
Fiber4 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

Add a sprinkle of toasted breadcrumbs or crispy fried onions on the mac and cheese for an even crunchier, more indulgent texture! 🔥🧀

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Mac and cheese: Works very well, up to 2 to 3 months in airtight portions. Fried chicken: Possible, but the crispy texture is altered after thawing. Up to 1 to 2 months.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Fried chicken burger loses its crispy texture and turns soft. Mac and cheese keeps for 2 to 3 days max in an airtight container in the fridge, but may dry out.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The chicken breading can be prepared the day before (refrigerator). Mac and cheese cooked the day before keeps well in the fridge.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Fried chicken: Oven (180°C, 10-15min) or air fryer (160°C, 8-12min) to regain crispness. Microwave not recommended. Macaroni: Saucepan (low heat, add milk if dry) or microwave (medium power, stir regularly).

Variations

Add a slice of cheddar on the chicken.
Replace the mayonnaise with another sauce.
Serve with fries.

Mistakes to avoid

Keeping the fillet too thick: lightly flatten the chicken with a rolling pin.
Breading that doesn't stick: press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the chicken.
Serving lukewarm: assemble and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make a fried chicken burger with mac and cheese?

Make a mac and cheese, bread the chicken fillet (flour, egg, panko), fry it, toast the buns, spread the mayonnaise, add the crispy chicken then the mac and cheese.

How do you bread the chicken for the burger?

Mix the flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper, dip the chicken in the flour then the egg, and finally in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing firmly so they stick.

How do you make the mac and cheese for the burger?

Cook 100 g of macaroni, make a béchamel with butter, flour and milk, add the grated cheddar, nutmeg, salt and pepper, then toss the pasta in the sauce.

Why toast the burger buns?

Lightly toast the burger buns in a skillet so they hold up well to the filling. Then spread the mayonnaise on the bottom bun before adding the fried chicken.