Best 2 Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Macaroni Recipes

Craving a delectable and comforting dish that blends the flavors of gooey cheese, succulent chicken, and crisp-tender broccoli, enveloped in a creamy macaroni embrace? Look no further than "Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Macaroni"! This culinary masterpiece is a symphony of textures and flavors, promising a satisfying and delectable experience with every bite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

VELVEETA CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI MACARONI

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Born and raised in Louisiana, we can come up with the weirdest things to eat. This is simple, quick and all in one pot.

Provided by SHERRIE L.

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped fine
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/4 LBS)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked (8oz)
3/4 lb Velveeta cheese, cut up
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Steps:

Saute' onion and garlic in Pam or butter till wilted.
Add chicken, cook and stir on medium high heat for about 2 minutes or until no longer pink.
Stir in broth.
Bring to boil.
Stir in macaroni, reduce heat to medium low.
Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
Add VELVETTA cheese and broccoli: stir until Velvetta is melted.
Macaroni is likely to stick.
It is recommended that during cooking time, stir and unstick pasta.
If liquid is absorbed and macaroni is not tender, add a lil more water, stir, cover and cook for a few more minutes.
Corn makes a good side for this dish.

CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI MACARONI

Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Macaroni image

Make and share this Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Fridays pal

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into chunks
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
3/4 lb Velveeta reduced fat cheese product, cut up
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Steps:

Cook and stir chicken in large skillet sprayed with no stick cooking spray 2 minutes or until no longer pink.
Stir in broth.
Bring to boil.
Stir in macaroni, reduce heat to medium low; cover with tight fitting lid.
Simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
Add cheese and broccoli; stir until cheese is melted.

Tips:

To make the chicken extra crispy, coat it in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper before browning.
If you don't have a steamer basket, you can boil the broccoli in a pot of salted water for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
For a creamy sauce, use a combination of milk and heavy cream. If you prefer a lighter sauce, use all milk.
Season the sauce with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
Stir in the cooked macaroni until it is evenly coated with the sauce.
Top the casserole with a layer of shredded cheddar cheese and bake until melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

This cheesy chicken broccoli macaroni casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck dinner. The combination of chicken, broccoli, and macaroni is a classic, and the creamy cheese sauce makes it extra special. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.