Best 9 Quick Skillet Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen preparing a cheesy and comforting mac and cheese dish? Look no further! Quick skillet macaroni and cheese is the ultimate solution for busy individuals or families who crave a delicious and satisfying meal in a flash. This speedy recipe transforms ordinary pasta and cheese into a creamy, gooey delight, ready in just a fraction of the time it takes to make traditional macaroni and cheese. With simple ingredients, minimal prep, and a single skillet, you can whip up a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Get ready to indulge in a cheesy, delectable dish that will become a new favorite in no time.

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

SKILLET MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Comforting and crave-worthy, macaroni and cheese is hard to improve. But we think we've done it with our Skillet Macaroni and Cheese. Try this one-pot version, and four tempting variations: Mushroom-Fontina Mac, Jalapeno Mac, Bacon Mac, and Primavera Mac.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 small yellow onion, diced small
1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
6 cups 2-percent milk
3/4 pound elbow macaroni
3 cups grated sharp white cheddar
1 cup grated Gruyere
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat broiler. In a large straight-sided, oven-safe skillet, melt butter. Remove 1 tablespoon butter and combine with breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
  • Add onion to skillet and cook until softened. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Very gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Add macaroni and cook, stirring constantly and scraping bottom of pan, until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in remaining cheese and the mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Top with breadcrumb mixture and broil until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 g, Fat 32 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18 g

SKILLET MAC & CHEESE



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This super creamy mac 'n' cheese is so simple it seems almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I've never met an adult who didn't love it too. -Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
Optional toppings: fresh arugula, halved cherry tomatoes and coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted., Add macaroni; cook and stir until heated through. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 37g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

SIMPLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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A very quick and easy fix to a tasty side-dish. Fancy, designer mac and cheese often costs forty or fifty dollars to prepare when you have so many exotic and expensive cheeses, but they aren't always the best tasting. This recipe is cheap and tasty.

Provided by g0dluvsugly

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

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) box elbow macaroni
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth, about 5 minutes. Slowly pour milk into butter-flour mixture while continuously stirring until mixture is smooth and bubbling, about 5 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese to milk mixture and stir until cheese is melted, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Fold macaroni into cheese sauce until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.2 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 99.6 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 777 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI SKILLET



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This is the ultimate simple and fulfilling dinner that uses items I typically have in my cupboard. It's so easy to prepare and cooking all in one skillet makes it a snap for clean up. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
3/4 cup fat-free milk
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain., Stir in macaroni, broth, milk, ketchup, steak seasoning, mustard and onion powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK SKILLET MACARONI AND CHEESE



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In the time it takes to make the boxed stuff, you can make this far superior version, cooked on the stove top and finished under the broiler. From "Noodles Express" Cookbook.

Provided by Raspberry Cordial

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon flour
3/4 cup heavy cream (or up to 1 cup cream- use light cream if desired)
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated, divided (choose an aged cheese)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
  • While the macaroni cooks, melt butter over medium heat in an oven safe skillet or saucepan.
  • Add onion and cook, stirring often until soft and golden.
  • Add flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes until flour is combined and mixture is light brown.
  • Whisking constantly, add cream slowly until well mixed. Stir in pepper, salt, nutmeg and garlic. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring.
  • Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, a little at a time, until melted.
  • Stir in the macaroni to coat with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and parsley on top.
  • Place skillet under broiler for 2 or 3 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

QUICKEST MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup heavy cream
1 ounce cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup grated sharp Cheddar
2 slices American cheese
3 cups cooked cavatappi pasta

Steps:

  • Heat the heavy cream, cream cheese and garlic salt in a medium cast-iron skillet over high heat. As the edges start to bubble, gently whisk the cream cheese until it is evenly incorporated into the heavy cream, about 1 minute. Allow to cook for 15 seconds so the mixture thickens. Add the Cheddar and American cheese and continue whisking. Pour the sauce over the pasta, stir and serve immediately!

SKILLET BEEF AND MACARONI



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I found this simple skillet recipe many years ago on a can label. I made some tweaks, and my family loved it. Because it's so easy to put together, it's a real timesaver for people with super busy schedules. -Maxine Neuhauser, Arcadia, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 package (7 ounces) macaroni
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. Add more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SKILLET MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Skillet Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sweet onions, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3/4 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni, according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion and saute over low heat for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in flour until smooth.
  • Stir in salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Gradually add cream; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Drain macaroni; add to cheese mixture.
  • Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until heated through.

EASY 2-STEP SKILLET MAC 'N CHEESE



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Creamy cheese sauce and tender macaroni never fail to please. Also pleasing: how quick they are to prepare in this easy skillet recipe.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups water
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 pkg. (7.25 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

Steps:

  • Bring water, milk, butter and Cheese Sauce Mix to boil in medium skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Stir in Macaroni; cover. Simmer on low heat 10 min. or until macaroni is tender. Remove from heat. Let stand 2 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 10 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to prevent scorching.
  • Melt the butter over medium heat before adding the flour.
  • Whisk the milk and cream into the melted butter and flour mixture until smooth.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add the cooked macaroni and stir to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley or chives, if desired.

Conclusion:

Skillet macaroni and cheese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover macaroni. This recipe is customizable, so you can add your favorite ingredients, such as cooked chicken, broccoli, or bacon. Skillet macaroni and cheese is a delicious and comforting dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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