Best 3 Chicken Macaroni Bake Recipes
Chicken macaroni bake is a scrumptious dish that combines the comforting flavors of chicken, macaroni, and a creamy sauce. This classic comfort food is a favorite among families and can be easily customized to suit individual tastes. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward recipe or one with a variety of add-ins and toppings, there's a chicken macaroni bake recipe out there for everyone.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN MACARONI BAKE
This recipe was originally printed in a Campbell's Soup cookbook--Easy Ways to Delicious Meals, 1970 edition. I began preparing this for my family and it became a favorite. Definitely a kid and budget pleaser. Over the years I made some adjustments.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Brown the onion in butter.
- Add the soup, chicken, milk and 3/4 cup cheese; heat until the cheese melts.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked macaroni and pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.6, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 787.3, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 5, Protein 24
EASY CREAMY CHICKEN MACARONI BAKE
Make and share this Easy Creamy Chicken Macaroni Bake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients.
- Fold in the macaroni and chicken.
- Transfer to a greased 1 1/2 qt, baking dish; sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake, uncovered at 350 for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
SPINACH~CHICKEN MACARONI BAKE
I got this recipe years ago from a friend of the family and replaced ground beef with ground chicken. It's a good way to get kids to eat spinach. It is very comforting. Tastes great with some garlic bread and salad :) The photo shows it with beef..which is delicious.
Provided by Angie Robinson
Categories Pasta
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350. Brown the chicken, garlic and onions; drain. Cook the spinach according to microwave directions; squeeze dry-BUT SAVE THE JUICE.
- 2. Cook the macaroni while chicken and spinach is cooking; drain.
- 3. Add the spinach liquid to the chicken mixture; along with the sauces.
- 4. Combine the elbow noodles with the cheese, eggs, drained spinach, oil and bread crumbs. Put the noodle mix into a 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Top with the chicken mixture.
- 5. Bake for 30 mins. Let stand 10 min. before serving.
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your chicken macaroni bake a more complex and flavorful taste. Some good options include cheddar, Parmesan, mozzarella, and Gruyère.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Use a good quality macaroni. A good quality macaroni will hold its shape and not become mushy when it is cooked. Some good options include elbow macaroni, penne, and rotini.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make chicken macaroni bake. Try adding different vegetables, spices, or cheeses to find your favorite combination.
Conclusion:
Chicken macaroni bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken macaroni bake that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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