Best 15 Chicken And Macaroni Recipes

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Indulge in a Culinary Journey with the Perfect Chicken and Macaroni Recipe: Explore a World of Flavor and Comfort. From classic family favorites to innovative culinary creations, discover the ultimate guide to satisfying your cravings with this timeless dish. Embark on an exciting exploration of diverse recipes, cooking techniques, and ingredient combinations that will transform your kitchen into a symphony of deliciousness. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy casserole, a light and flavorful soup, or a skillet filled with tender chicken and perfectly cooked macaroni, this comprehensive guide has something for every palate. Prepare to delight your taste buds and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI AND CHEESY CHICKEN BAKED CASSEROLE



Macaroni and Cheesy Chicken Baked Casserole image

Take your mac and cheese weeknight dinner to a whole new level with this veggie-kissed casserole. The crunchy cheese and bread crumb topping makes a perfect finish for the creamy filling.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 9 oz)
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (16 oz)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 bag (16 oz) frozen broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Beat in flour, onion salt, garlic salt and pepper with whisk until thickened. Cook 1 minute longer. Beat in milk. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring frequently; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3 cups of the cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni, chicken and frozen broccoli. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; stir until combined. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture.
  • Bake 33 to 36 minutes or until mixture is bubbly (at least 165°F in center) and bread crumbs are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize About 1 1/4 cups, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE MACARONI SALAD (FILIPINO STYLE)



Chicken and Pineapple Macaroni Salad (Filipino Style) image

I serve this salad along with my other party entrees, always turns out to be a crowd pleaser.. enjoy! =)

Provided by Sharonda

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups macaroni
1 cooked chicken breast
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 apple
2 tablespoons raisins (optional)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
mayonnaise (enough to bind ingredients together)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil Macaroni till cooked, set aside in fridge as you are preparing the following ingredients.
  • dice chicken breast into cubes.
  • dice pineapple (tidbit size).
  • peel and dice apple.
  • dice cheddar cheese.
  • mix raisins along with the cooked macaroni and all diced ingredients in a large bowl, stir in enough mayonnaise to bind all ingredients together as you don't want your salad too fattening and too creamy.
  • Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, you may serve this delicious salad at room temp or cold from your fridge. enjoy!

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



Macaroni and Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli image

Macaroni and cheese is perfect supper food. It's a kids' favorite, and adults like it too. My recipe is simple and almost as quick as the boxed variety. Try this variation with chicken broccoli, tomatoes and basil.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 recipe Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
4 cups small broccoli florets
2 cups shredded roasted chicken
1 cup fresh Italian plum tomatoes, seeded if desired
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces or snipped with scissors

Steps:

  • Follow recipe for Creamy Macaroni and Cheese, adding broccoli to the boiling pasta during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain, then proceed to make the cheese sauce as directed. Stir chicken, tomatoes and basil along with the sauce into the hot pasta. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 27.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN



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Adaptation from Rachel Ray--really good. I added garlic to mine because to me nothing can be made without garlic =)

Provided by Kitty Kat Cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped
salt and pepper
1 small white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons green onions or 3 tablespoons chives
1 lb elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups raw broccoli florets, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups yellow sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and chicken and season with salt and pepper. Saute a couple of minutes then add onion and chives and cook another 6 minutes until onions are tender and chicken is cooked through. Turn off heat and reserve.
  • In a separate pot boil water, add pasta and salt. Cook 5 minutes, then add broccoli and cook 3 minutes more or until pasta is cooked to al dente and the broccoli is just tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add butter and melt, then add flour, cayenne and garlic and whisk together over heat until it thickens, then cook a minute more. Whisk in milk, heavy cream and stock and raise heat to bring the sauce to a quick boil. Simmer until the sauce thickens about 5 minutes.
  • Drain macaroni and broccoli florets. Add back to the pot and add chicken to the pasta and broccoli.
  • Add cheese to milk sauce and stir. Pour sauce over pasta and stir to combine.
  • Put pasta in a 9" x 13" glass baking pan. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and broil for 5 minutes.

CHICKEN AND BACON MACARONI SALAD



Chicken and Bacon Macaroni Salad image

This hearty pasta salad can double as a side or main dish. The addition of bacon and chicken make the macaroni salad. It may have simple ingredients, but the combination of flavors is perfect. Definitely prepare this ahead of time so there is time to chill. Once the flavors mingle together for a bit, the salad is even better.

Provided by Sue Faccone

Categories     Other Salads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb bacon
6 hard boiled eggs
1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked
3 small tomatoes
1 small onion
1 c mayonnaise
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp parsley flakes
1 tsp seasoned pepper
1 can(s) chicken breast, 12.5 oz
1 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Fry bacon until crispy and put on a plate with paper towels to drain off the grease. Put aside.
  • 2. Hard boil 6 eggs, about 7 minutes. Then peel under cold water and slice into pieces. Put aside.
  • 3. Boil macaroni until soft. Add some oil and salt to the water prior to boiling. Removed and put in a colander to drain. Rinse with cold water until cool. Drain again and put in a large bowl.
  • 4. Open can of chicken breast and flake (leftover chicken is also good for this recipe). Add the eggs and chicken to the macaroni mixture.
  • 5. Crumble the bacon and add to the mix.
  • 6. Cut the tomatoes into cubes and add to the macaroni.
  • 7. Cut the onion into tiny diced pieces and add to the mix.
  • 8. Season with garlic powder, parsley flakes, kosher salt and seasoned pepper (salt and pepper to taste).
  • 9. Mix well until everything is combined evenly. Fold in the chopped hard boiled eggs.
  • 10. Add mayonnaise. I start with a cup and mix to coat the entire mixture.
  • 11. Then add around a half a cup as needed from there on until it is the consistency I like.
  • 12. Once everything is mixed sprinkle paprika on top for color.
  • 13. Refrigerate. It is best when it is allowed to get really cold. Enjoy!

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI MACARONI AND CHEESE



Chicken and Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese image

Mix Cheddar, Pecorino-Romano and Parmesan for an extra-cheesy chicken mac and cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into1-inch pieces (about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and broccoli and cook for 5 minutes; the pasta will only be about halfway cooked. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta and broccoli and return them to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes; set aside.
  • Put the pot with the pasta and broccoli over low heat. Stir in the milk, flour, mustard, Worcestershire, 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and the pasta is al dente, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the Cheddar, Pecorino-Romano, Parmesan, cooked chicken and 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking water and stir until the cheese melts. Gradually add the remaining cooking water as needed until the pasta is creamy and saucy. Serve hot.

BUFFALO CHICKEN MACARONI AND CHEESE



Buffalo Chicken Macaroni and Cheese image

Kicked up macaroni and cheese. Easy, quick way to use up left over chicken (leftovers from slow cooker buffalo chicken on allrecipes.com is perfect).

Provided by Mknepp511

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons hot sauce, or to taste
2 tablespoons ranch dressing, or to taste
1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
¼ cup margarine
¼ cup 2% milk
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix chicken, hot sauce, and ranch dressing together in a bowl until coated; set aside for flavors to blend.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer back to the pot. Stir margarine, milk, and cheese powder into pasta until sauce is smooth.
  • Pour half of the macaroni and cheese into an 8-inch square casserole dish; top with chicken mixture, celery, and blue cheese. Spread remaining macaroni and cheese on top of blue cheese layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is warmed and casserole is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 607.5 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

BARBECUE CHICKEN MACARONI AND CHEESE



Barbecue Chicken Macaroni and Cheese image

Make and share this Barbecue Chicken Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ladyangel1997

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon butter or 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
8 ounces chicken, shredded
1/4-1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 milk
1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package monterey jack cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

Steps:

  • Boil water and cook pasta according to directions; set aside.
  • Heat a small skillet; place the pat of butter in it; melt it; add the onions and cook until translucent.
  • Add chicken and cook until chicken is hot.
  • Chop or shred the blocked cheese. Set aside.
  • Combine the chicken; add macaroni; toss the barbecue sauce in making sure that it covers all of it.
  • In a large pot add the milk and all the cheeses and melt it, folding the pasta in as it heats to a bubbling.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot.

BUFFALO CHICKEN MACARONI AND CHEESE



Buffalo Chicken Macaroni and Cheese image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 pound applewood smoked bacon
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1/2 cup beer
1 pound dry elbow macaroni
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons, plus more for baking dish
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus 1 cup
3 cups whole milk, plus 2 tablespoons
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cups grated white Cheddar, divided
3 cups grated mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
2/3 cup hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot)
1 cup panko bread crumbs
Sliced carrots and celery, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat bottom and sides of a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Arrange the bacon on an aluminum foil lined sheet pan and bake until crisp, about 22 minutes. Allow to cool and coarsely chop.
  • Put the chicken and beer in a large bowl and let marinate, at room temperature, for 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the macaroni and cook stirring occasionally, until cooked al dente, about 6 to 7 minutes. Drain and reserve in a large pot or mixing bowl.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; whisk in the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden. Whisk in 1/3 cup flour and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Whisk in 3 cups milk, the salt and the pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently. Add 2 cups of the Cheddar and 2 cups of the mozzarella (reserving additional cheese for topping) and stir until melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir the cheese sauce, blue cheese and bacon into the macaroni until well combined; pour evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface.
  • Put the remaining 1 cup of flour in a medium-sized shallow mixing bowl. In another medium-sized shallow mixing bowl, add the remaining 2 tablespoons milk and the egg and whisk until combined. Drain the beer from the chicken tenderloins and dip into the flour to coat well, then dip into the egg mixture and back into the flour. Put on a plate until ready to fry.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Working in 2 batches, fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add the chicken and hot sauce to a large bowl and toss until well coated. Carefully slice the chicken into bite-sized strips. (Avoid knocking off the batter).
  • Evenly top the macaroni with the sliced chicken, and drizzle with additional hot sauce, if desired. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of white Cheddar and the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top of the chicken and sprinkle with the panko bread crumbs. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and drizzle it evenly over the bread crumbs. Bake at 400 degrees F until golden brown and bubbly, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes before serving. Serve with celery and carrot sticks, if desired.

MCCALL'S COOKING SCHOOL BAKED MACARONI, CHEESE AND CHICKEN CASSE



McCall's Cooking School Baked Macaroni, Cheese and Chicken Casse image

Yowzers. Good stuff. Complete comfort food at it's finest. Who says you can't whip up a delicious homemade mac and cheese in no time. Recipe courtesy of McCall's Cooking School.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 quarts water
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups milk
1/4 cup pimiento, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 cups cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
1 cup chicken, cooked and slivered
1 large tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Put water in a large sauce pot, add salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  • Add macaroni all at once and stir with a fork. Return water to a boil and reduce heat to moderately low. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Do not overcook. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, put the butter in a medium-sized saucepan and heat over medium heat.
  • When butter is melted, remove from heat and stir in flour, salt, pepper, and mustard. When mixture is smooth, gradually add milk, stirring until no lumps of flour remain.
  • Return saucepan to heat and cook over moderately high heat, stirring constantly, until milk mixture comes to a boil and thickens slightly.
  • Add chopped pimiento and chopped green pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer 1 minute longer.
  • Stir 1 1/2 cups of the grated cheddar cheese, the cooked drained macaroni, and the slivered chicken into the milk mixture.
  • Pour into a shallow 2-quart round or oval baking dish. Sprinkle the rest of the grated cheddar cheese over the top of the macaroni mixture.
  • The casserole can be prepared to this point and covered in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for a couple days or until ready to bake.
  • Or, place casserole on center rack in oven and bake for 20 minutes (longer if casserole has been chilled). Cook until macaroni is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from oven. Arrange tomato wedges on top of casserole and serve.

CHICKEN FAJITA MACARONI AND CHEESE



Chicken Fajita Macaroni and Cheese image

This Tex-Mex twist on macaroni and cheese is packed full of fajita flavor and plenty of cheese.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta (12 oz)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 cup thinly sliced poblano chiles
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix chicken
2/3 cup water
1 3/4 cups milk
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (6 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Stir in bell pepper, chiles and onion; cook about 2 minutes longer or until onions just start to soften. Add taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Transfer to bowl, and reserve.
  • In 4-cup glass measuring cup, mix milk and whipping cream. Return Dutch oven to medium heat; melt butter in Dutch oven. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently. With whisk, stir in flour and salt until smooth. Cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  • Gradually stir in milk mixture. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; reduce heat to medium. Stir in cheeses. Cook until melted, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta and reserved chicken mixture. Remove from heat. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until sauce is bubbly. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips and green onions on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

SIMPLE RANCH CHICKEN AND MACARONI SALAD



Simple Ranch Chicken and Macaroni Salad image

Another recipe from my MIL. I believe she got this one from allrecipes.com also. This is really really good! Cook time listed is time in the fridge

Provided by 911spatcher

Categories     Potluck

Time P1DT10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can chopped green olives
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 (10 ounce) can chicken, drained
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix
2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • Boil macaroni until tender, drain and pat dry.
  • In a med bowl, mix together the celery, olives,mayo, sour cream, milk, chicken and ranch dressing mix. Stir in the macaroni until well blended. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Stir and sprinkle paprika over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.6, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 65.5, Sodium 427.8, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 17.7

TUSCAN GARLIC CHICKEN MACARONI AND CHEESE?



Tuscan Garlic Chicken Macaroni and Cheese? image

this new mac and cheese recipe it filled with garlic chicken and a flavor of tuscan,it's super delicious,it was good with side of salad and some dinner rolls.

Provided by raymond spencer

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 skinless,boneless chicken breasts,cut into strips
1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
1/2 c margarine
1/4 c all purpose flour
2 c whole milk
2 c heavy cream
2 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 c shredded italian cheese blend
1 c panko bread crumbs
TUSCAN GARLIC SPICE MIX
2 Tbsp dried rosemary
2 Tbsp dried thyme
4 tsp fennel seeds
4 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp dried marjoram
1 tsp dried sage

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • 2. Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat.Cook chicken in skillet until no longer pink in the center,5 to 7 minutes;season with Tuscan Garlic Spice Mix,blend together with a fork and transfer to a 9x12 casserole dish.
  • 3. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.Cook macaroni in the boiling water,stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite,8 minutes;drain and mix with chicken in the casserole dish.
  • 4. Melt margarine in a large pot over medium heat.Cook flour in melted margarine until the flour is cooked and the mixture forms a roux,about 5 minutes.
  • 5. Season with Tuscan Garlic Spice Mix.Stream milk and heavy cream into the pot while stirring to mix with the roux completely;cook until just about simmering,about 5 minutes more.
  • 6. Add sharp cheddar and italian blend cheeses in small amounts to the sauce and stir to melt completely before adding the next portion;cook and stir until thick and smooth,2 to 3 minutes.
  • 7. Pour the sauce over the chicken and macaroni;stir to coat.Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  • 8. Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes.

STEWED CHICKEN AND MACARONI ( KOTOPOULO ME MAKARONIA)



Stewed Chicken and Macaroni ( Kotopoulo Me Makaronia) image

This recipe was billed as "An absolute "have to try" dish right from the villages of Rhodes". This recipe was posted by Suise Atsaides, who has a wonderful website on the island of Rhodes, Greece. This recipe was posted for the Zaar World Tour 2006. I have not prepared this recipe yet and the prep and cook time are best guesstimate based on the recipe instructions.

Provided by Kim127

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs chicken pieces
1 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
salt and pepper
2 cups chicken stock
1 lb pasta, cooked
grated cheese

Steps:

  • Rinse and dry the chicken pieces. Salt and pepper them well.
  • In a large sauce pan, heat the oil. Brown the chicken, onions and garlic together.
  • Add the tomatoes, chicken stock, bay leaves and spices. Stew the chicken over a slow heat until tender.
  • Serve over the pasta of your choice with lots of grated cheese.

GOURMET MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH CHICKEN



Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese With Chicken image

This is adapted from a recipe I found in a "Cook's Country" magazine, which among other things different, used 4 cups colby cheese to my 2 (I got tired of shredding). However, I found the 4 cups total cheese to suit me just fine. Also, I think I used less butter, but I don't remember exactly how much so I'll stay true to the recipe on that one.

Provided by Sonatina

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 slices white bread, torn into pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced (fresh garlic goes a long way in this)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 lb elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 cups shredded colby cheese (I use Tillamook brand, best tasting cheese, in my opinion, that one can find at the standard superma)
2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (again, Tillamook)
1 (16 ounce) can chicken, reserve the broth

Steps:

  • Pulse bread, Parmesan, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of butter in a food processor until coarsely ground. (Alternatively, using your hands to do such also works.).
  • Cook pasta as directed, drain it, and pour into a baking dish of choice.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees, and make sure there is an oven rack in the middle position.
  • Heat remaining butter, flour, mustard, and cayenne over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Slowly whisk in broth, drained chicken broth, and cream and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Take the pot off the heat, and whisk in the cheese, chicken, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Mix the sauce in with the pasta, cover with aluminum foil, and bake in the middle oven rack for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the foil, top with breadcrumbs, and bake until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chicken and macaroni dish taste its best. Look for organic or free-range chicken, and use high-quality pasta and cheese.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough, so be careful not to overcook it. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes chicken and macaroni special. Use a sauce that has a lot of flavor, such as a creamy cheese sauce, a tomato sauce, or a pesto sauce.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to chicken and macaroni. Some good choices include broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, and spinach.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Overcooked pasta is mushy and unpleasant. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, or until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Serve with a side salad: A side salad is a great way to round out a meal of chicken and macaroni. Serve a salad with a light vinaigrette dressing, or a simple salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.

Conclusion:

Chicken and macaroni is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken and macaroni dish that is flavorful, satisfying, and sure to please everyone at your table.

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