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Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese for Kids Ingredients: - 2 cups elbow macaroni - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese - 1 cup milk - 1/4 cup butter - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder - 1 cup cooked and diced chicken tenders - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil - Cooking spray Instructions: 1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste. 3. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. This is your cheese sauce base. 4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce is creamy. 5. Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well. 6. Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the macaroni is coated with the cheese sauce. 7. Gently fold in the diced chicken tenders. 8. In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until they become golden brown and crispy. 9. Remove the crispy breadcrumbs from the heat. 10. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray. 11. Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to the baking dish and spread it out evenly. 12. Sprinkle the crispy panko breadcrumbs on top of the mac and cheese. 13. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly. 14. Let it cool slightly before serving. This Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese is a delightful and comforting meal that kids will love! Pl.