Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Casserole

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Casserole brings the comforting flavors of a non-vegetarian American classic to your table. This dish combines tender chicken, rich cheese, and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, enhanced with sautéed onions and a crispy topping. It's a family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. You can easily incorporate your choice of vegetables for added nutrition and color.

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Overview

This Creamy Chicken and Cheese Baked Macaroni Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked macaroni. Enhanced with the flavors of sautéed onions and a crispy topping, this casserole is sure to be a family favorite. Add your choice of vegetables for a pop of color and extra nutrition.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
• 2 Cups (cups) elbow macaroni
• 2 Cups (cups) milk
• 2 Cups (cups) condensed cream of celery soup
• 1 Cup (cup) processed cheese, cubed
• 2 Medium onions, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) unsalted butter
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) onion powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt
• 1 Cup (cup) mixed vegetables
• 1 Cup (cup) French fried onions

Steps

1. Prepare Ingredients: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced onions and sauté until they are translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken, cooked macaroni, milk, cream of celery soup, cubed cheese, sautéed onions, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and kosher salt. If using, add the mixed vegetables. Stir until well combined.
4. Refrigerate: Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
6. Bake: Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
7. Add Topping: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the French fried onions evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
8. Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to serve. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy, and comforting casserole!

Enjoy your homemade Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Casserole!