Best 9 Easy Creamy Chicken Macaroni Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy chicken macaroni bake, a delectable dish that combines the comforting flavors of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked macaroni. This easy-to-make casserole is a perfect weeknight meal, a potluck favorite, or a hearty dish to warm you up on a chilly day. With a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a satisfying and flavorful meal that the whole family will love. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a variation with added vegetables or a cheesy topping, we've got you covered. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our collection of creamy chicken macaroni bake recipes that cater to every palate and occasion.

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

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI (CREAMY CHICKEN MUSHROOM PASTA BAKE)



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Recipe video above. A big, creamy pasta bake with juicy chicken and mushrooms. Cheesy, hot and completely delicioius! Rumoured to be named after an Italian opera star Luisa Tetrazzini when an American Chef created this dish for her. So it's not authentic Italian - but it doesn't make this any less delicious!!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Mains

Number Of Ingredients 14

500g / 1lb spaghetti or other long pasta, cooked per packet ((penne, macaroni, ziti ok too) (Note 1))
2 tbsp (30g) butter
500g / 1lb chicken thighs (, skinless boneless (Note 2))
4 tbsp (60g) butter (, unsalted)
500g / 1lb mushrooms (, sliced 1/2 cm / 1/5" thick)
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1 onion (, finely chopped)
4 tbsp flour
2 cups milk (, any fat, any type)
1 cup cream (, heavy / thickened (sub more milk))
2 cups chicken stock/broth (, low sodium (or water + 2 stock cubes))
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
2 cups cheese (, shredded (cheddar, jack, colby - not mozz))

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot over high heat. Add chicken, sprinkle with pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 1 1/2 minutes until golden.
  • Turn chicken, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute until golden then remove onto plate - doesn't need to be fully cooked (will cook more in oven).
  • Rest 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces, or shred.
  • Preheat oven to 160°C / 325°F.
  • Cook mushrooms: Melt 4 tbsp butter over high heat in the same pot. Add mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until starting to go floppy but not yet golden.
  • Add onion: Add garlic and onion, cook for 3 minutes until mushrooms are golden. Add a pinch of salt and pepper halfway through.
  • Add flour & milk: Turn heat down to medium. Add flour. Stir for 30 seconds. Add milk and stir for 10 seconds or until it thickens (see video at 52 sec).
  • Add cream and broth: Add chicken stock, cream, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Stir, then let the mixture heat up, stirring every now and then so it doesn't catch on the base, and cook until the sauce thickens enough so you can draw a path on the back of the spoon (video at 1.04). Do not make it very thick - it gets thicker in next steps.
  • Add cheese & pasta: Turn stove off. Stir through half the cheese (will melt in oven), then add pasta and chicken. Toss to mix, taste and add more salt if needed.
  • Bake: Pour into 23 x 33cm / 9 x 13" pan, smooth surface. Top with remaining cheese. Bake 25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 955 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASIEST CHICKEN MACARONI CASSEROLE



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I found this recipe while browsing through my Betty Crocker cookbook and thought it sounded tasty. I love that you don't have to pre-cook the pasta. The original recipe called for curry powder but I also like it with chili powder for something totally different (if using chili powder, you will want to double the amount). Also a good use for that leftover holiday turkey!

Provided by flower7

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken or 1 1/2 cups cooked turkey
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup milk (I use skim)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder or 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup (I use low sodium, 98% fat free)
7 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces, undrained
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, undrained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients together in an ungreased 11"x7" casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake until macaroni is tender, about 55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.2, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 83.8, Sodium 1077.9, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.9, Protein 32

EASY AND CHEESY CHICKEN MACARONI CASSEROLE



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Elevate your macaroni and cheese with this Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Casserole featuring creamy chicken sauce, elbow pasta, and lots of cheese!

Provided by The Ashcroft Family Table

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1½ cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
Generous dash of pepper
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
12.5 ounces canned chunk chicken (drained)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain once done.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, melt margarine and cook onion until soft.
  • Stir in soup, milk, and pepper until smooth.
  • Add drained macaroni, 1 cup cheese, and chicken and mix well.
  • Pour mixture into a 7x11 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and top with 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 2-3 minutes more until the cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 413 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g

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

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

CREAMY CHICKEN MACARONI



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Fill up your bowl with this delicious Creamy Chicken Macaroni. Make a recipe that's sure to impress all of your family for mealtime. Creamy macaroni and cheese mixed with broccoli make this dish stand out.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup chopped onions
1 tsp. paprika
2 cups water
2 cups small broccoli florets
1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and onions; cook and stir 5 min. Add paprika; cook and stir 1 min.
  • Stir in water, broccoli and Macaroni; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Simmer 10 min. or until macaroni is tender and chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Cheese Sauce Mix and sour cream; stir until well blended. Cook 2 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 33 g

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



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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

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.

Tips

- Preheat your oven before starting the recipe. This will help ensure that the macaroni and chicken bake evenly. - Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the chicken and vegetables. This will give you plenty of room to stir everything together. - Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Drain the macaroni and set it aside. - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, vegetables, macaroni, condensed soup, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined. - Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. - Top with grated Parmesan cheese. - Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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. The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and macaroni are all baked together until golden brown. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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