Skillet Mac N Cheese

Dive into the ultimate comfort food experience with this Skillet Mac N Cheese recipe, a quick and luxurious twist on a classic favorite. Made entirely in one oven-safe skillet, this dish combines velvety layers of three cheeses—sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan—for the perfect balance of rich, gooey indulgence. A creamy, Dijon-spiked cheese sauce clings to tender elbow macaroni, while a golden, crispy panko breadcrumb topping adds irresistible crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy mac and cheese recipe transitions seamlessly from stovetop to broiler for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this skillet mac and cheese will be the star of your comfort food repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the butter over medium heat until melted. Stir in the flour and cook, whisking continuously, for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet, and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the cheese sauce.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and mix until the breadcrumbs are lightly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the mac n cheese in the skillet.

Step 8

Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy, skillet mac n cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1441.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4003.9

Total Fat 260.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 754.0mg	0%
Sodium 4637.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 155.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 3489.5mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 803.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 24.6%