Best 8 Easy Creamy Chicken Macaroni Bake Recipes

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If you're looking for a simple yet satisfying meal, creamy chicken macaroni bake is an excellent choice. This dish offers a comforting combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and pasta that will please everyone at the table. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or an experienced cook, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect easy creamy chicken macaroni bake. From gathering the necessary ingredients to assembling and baking the dish, we'll cover everything you need to know to make this delicious and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHICKEN AND MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This chicken and macaroni casserole is made with condensed soup, frozen peas, and pimientos. Use a rotisserie chicken for even faster preparation.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked macaroni
2 cups diced cooked chicken, or about 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 10-ounce package frozen peas, thawed
1 10.75-ounce can​ condensed cream of chicken soup , undiluted
1 cup whole milk
1 4-ounce jar chopped pimientos , drained
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese , or a cheddar-Jack blend
1 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 809 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
¼ tsp chilli flakes
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
1 tsp caster sugar
6 tbsp mascarpone
4 skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
300g penne
70g mature cheddar , grated
50g grated mozzarella
½ small bunch of parsley , finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a pan over a medium heat and fry the onion gently for 10-12 mins. Add the garlic and chilli flakes and cook for 1 min. Tip in the tomatoes and sugar and season to taste. Simmer uncovered for 20 mins or until thickened, then stir through the mascarpone.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a non-stick frying pan. Season the chicken and fry for 5-7 mins or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Cook the penne following pack instructions. Drain and toss with the remaining oil. Tip the pasta into a medium sized ovenproof dish. Stir in the chicken and pour over the sauce. Top with the cheddar, mozzarella and parsley. Bake for 20 mins or until golden brown and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

MACARONI AND CHEESY CHICKEN BAKED CASSEROLE



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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 MACARONI BAKE



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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

1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup (I use Healthy Request)
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked macaroni

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



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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

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

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.

CHICKEN MACARONI



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"I often put together this yummy chicken and pasta combination for my daughter and her family," writes Donna V'Dovec of Veradale, Washington. "All she has to do is heat and serve it with a salad or vegetable for a filling meal that tastes great."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MACARONI AND CHEESE BAKE



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This is a pretty simple recipe using cream of chicken soup that can be used when you have a large group to feed. I got it from my dad who feeds 8 people, and this does the job.

Provided by Bonneroo

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
¾ cup milk
1 pound elbow macaroni
4 tomatoes, sliced
12 slices processed sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium saucepan, heat soup and milk over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and stir in macaroni. Pour macaroni mixture into 9x13 baking dish. Place a layer of tomatoes, then a layer of cheese slices over macaroni. Repeat.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 762.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use a rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken breasts from the grocery store.
  • If you don't have macaroni noodles, you can use any other small pasta shape, such as penne or shells.
  • Add a cup of frozen peas or corn to the casserole for a pop of color and extra nutrition.
  • If you like a cheesy casserole, add an extra cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the top before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side salad or a loaf of crusty bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This easy creamy chicken macaroni bake is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying casserole on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for an easy and delicious meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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