BBQ Chicken Nuggets with Broccoli Mac & Cheese

"Broccoli macaroni and cheese is such a comfort food, and it's made even better topped with air fried barbecue chicken nuggets. This is a great kid-friendly meal, but adults will love it too! Tip: Don't want mac & cheese? Swap in any boxed rice mix. Add all contents of the box (grains + seasoning) and the instructed liquid or oil to the pot, then cook per recipe instructions. Tip: Don't want chicken nuggets? Swap in 4 fresh chicken breasts (5–6 ounces each) and season as desired. Set temperature to 390 °F and cook for 10–15 minutes. Tip: Don't forget to add liquid to create steam and cook food.

Contains Wheat

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Ninja Combi™ All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, and Air Fryer

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Ingredients

water (2 cups)
macaroni & cheese, cheese packets set aside (1 box (7 1/4 ounces))
fresh broccoli florets (1 bag (12 ounces))
whole milk, set aside (2 tablespoons)

frozen chicken breast nuggets (1 package (12 ounces))
BBQ sauce (1/4 cup)

Utensils needed

Measuring Cups
Silicone-Tipped Tongs

Instructions

Step 1
1. Add the water, macaroni (set aside the cheese packets), and broccoli to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 2
2. Pull out the legs on the Crisper Tray, then place the tray in the elevated position in the pot, above the macaroni. Place the chicken on top of the tray.

Step 3
3. Close the lid and flip the SmartSwitch™ to RAPID COOKER.

Step 4
4. Select SPEEDI MEALS, set temperature to 375 °F, and set time to 12 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin cooking (the unit will steam for approx. 15 minutes before crisping).

Step 5
5. When cooking is complete, transfer chicken to a large bowl and toss with BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Then use silicone-tipped tongs to grab the center handle and remove the tray from the unit.

Step 6
6. Add cheese packet and milk to cooked pasta. Stir until evenly combined. Serve warm with BBQ chicken.