Creamy Rice Cooker Macaroni and Cheese
Elevate comfort food to a whole new level with this Creamy Rice Cooker Macaroni and Cheese recipe—your go-to for easy, delicious, and velvety pasta perfection. Made entirely in a rice cooker, this dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a decadent trio of cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese for a luscious, gooey sauce. Infused with hints of garlic, paprika, and black pepper, this quick 30-minute recipe is packed with rich, savory flavors that both kids and adults will adore. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder keeps cleanup minimal while delivering maximum cheesy goodness. Serve it hot as a main course or a crowd-pleasing side dish, and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and 4 cups of water to the rice cooker bowl.
Turn the rice cooker to the 'Cook' setting and let the pasta cook until just tender, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the macaroni is cooked and most of the water has been absorbed, switch the rice cooker to the 'Keep Warm' setting.
Add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the cooked pasta and stir until melted and well incorporated.
Pour in 1.5 cups of milk and mix well.
Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 2 ounces of cream cheese. Stir until all the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
Season the macaroni and cheese with 0.5 teaspoons of garlic powder, 0.25 teaspoons of paprika, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Close the rice cooker lid and let it sit on the 'Keep Warm' setting for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Give the mac and cheese a final stir, taste, and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve hot and enjoy your creamy rice cooker macaroni and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.8 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.5 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 475 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 3755 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 129.6 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 3004 mg | 231% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 685 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
