Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinners with this easy and comforting Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese, a one-pot wonder that delivers creamy, cheesy perfection with minimal effort! In just 20 minutes, your trusty rice cooker takes center stage, cooking tender macaroni and blending it seamlessly with melted cheddar, Parmesan, and a splash of milk for a velvety finish. This recipe saves time without sacrificing flavor, featuring pantry staples like garlic powder and paprika for customizable seasoning. Perfect for busy families, meal preppers, or anyone seeking comfort food without the hassle, this dish serves four and is a breeze to prepare, clean up, and devour. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a side dish for your next gathering, this Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Macaroni pasta
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Add the macaroni pasta and water to the rice cooker. Close the lid and set the rice cooker to the 'Cook' or 'White Rice' setting.
Cook the pasta until it is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Check the pasta periodically and add a splash of water if the liquid is fully absorbed before the macaroni is cooked.
Once the macaroni is tender and most of the water has been absorbed, switch the rice cooker to the 'Warm' setting.
Stir in the milk and butter until the butter has melted and the mixture is creamy.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the rice cooker, stirring until the cheeses have fully melted and coated the macaroni evenly.
Season the mac and cheese with salt, ground black pepper, and optional garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Let the mac and cheese sit on the warm setting for 1-2 minutes to thicken, stirring occasionally.
Serve the mac and cheese warm, garnished with a sprinkle of paprika if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1059 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 219 mg | 5% | |
*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.
