Carnivore Yellow “Mac & Cheese” (No Pasta, No Dye)

Carnivore Yellow “Mac & Cheese” (No Pasta, No Dye) 🧀💛

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken thighs (boneless or bone-in)

• 1–2 tsp minced garlic

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp butter

• ¾–1 cup heavy cream

• 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 2–4 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra thickness)

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)

• 3 slices ham, thinly sliced

• ¼–½ tsp turmeric powder (for natural yellow color)

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken

   • Place chicken thighs in a cast-iron skillet.

   • Season with garlic, salt, and pepper.

   • Cover and simmer on medium-low heat, flipping occasionally, until fully cooked and tender (about 20–25 minutes).

2. Shred

   • Remove chicken and shred using forks or a stand mixer.

   • Set aside.

3. Make the cheese sauce

   • In the same pan, melt butter over low heat.

   • Add heavy cream and stir gently.

   • Slowly add shredded cheddar, turmeric, and cream cheese (if using).

   • Stir continuously until smooth, thick, and bubbly.

4. Add ham

   • Stir sliced ham into the cheese sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

5. Combine

   • Add shredded chicken to the cheese sauce and mix well.

   • Transfer to an oven-safe dish if needed.

6. Top & broil

   • Sprinkle Parmesan evenly over the top.

   • Broil on high for 2–4 minutes until golden and crispy.

7. Serve

   • Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot and gooey.