Chicken Mac Casserole

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting, creamy baked pasta dish with tender chicken and vegetables.
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This Chicken Mac Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd. It combines tender elbow macaroni with juicy chicken pieces, crisp-tender vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce made from mushroom soup and sour cream. The layers of pasta and savory filling are topped with melted cheddar cheese, creating a golden, bubbly crust that everyone will love. It’s a hearty, home-style meal that comes together quickly using simple pantry staples. Serve it with a side salad or green beans for a complete dinner. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite, offering a satisfying and warm experience with every bite.

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Chicken Mac Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 110.7

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This Chicken Mac Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd. It combines tender elbow macaroni with juicy chicken pieces, crisp-tender vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce made from mushroom soup and sour cream. The layers of pasta and savory filling are topped with melted cheddar cheese, creating a golden, bubbly crust that everyone will love. It&# 226;€™s a hearty, home-style meal that comes together quickly using simple pantry staples. Serve it with a side salad or green beans for a complete dinner. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite, offering a satisfying and warm experience with every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. Lightly coat an 8x12 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked elbow macaroni, crumbled bacon, cubed chicken, chopped onions, and bell peppers.
  4. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, thawed frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, and 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese.
  5. Spread half of the macaroni and chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Spread half of the vegetable and sauce mixture over the macaroni layer.
  7. Repeat layers with the remaining macaroni mixture and vegetable mixture.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through.
  9. Remove foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  10. Return to oven and bake uncovered for 3-5 minutes more, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 110.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.4g8%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 4.0g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, macaroni, casserole, comfort food, baked pasta, cheese, mushroom soup, family dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, comforting, hearty
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