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    January 24, 2022

    Chicken Macaroni Casserole

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    This one dish Chicken Macaroni Casserole is super creamy, cheesy and comforting. It's a simple weeknight meal your whole family will LOVE!

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    wooden spoon scooping up some chicken macaroni casserole

    I'd like to say my kids aren't picky eaters, but let's be honest, they've all got their days. And sometimes after a long day of work, I just want to put something on their plates I know they'll love! This creamy Chicken Macaroni Casserole is a go-to recipe I can always count on!

    Not only is this meal a hit with our family, it's also super easy to make and only dirties one dish. And again, after a long day, who wants to mess with a giant pile of dishes?! Not me! So, grab a casserole dish and let's get this simple meal into the oven!

    ingredients needed for a one dish chicken macaroni casserole

    Ingredients for Chicken Macaroni Casserole

    • Macaroni Noodles - You'll use them dry so do NOT cook them ahead of time! (That's part of the beauty and simplicity of this recipe!)
    • Chicken - You can use diced leftover rotisserie chicken, shredded chicken, cooked and diced baked or grilled chicken, canned chicken (drained), etc.  Use whatever you've got handy!
    • Cream of Chicken AND Cream of Mushroom Soup - You'll use these as is (condensed); do not dilute them.
    • Milk - The higher fat percentage, the creamier the casserole will be. I like to use 2% milk, but any will work!
    • Minced Onion
    • Velveeta Cheese - You can use shredded cheddar cheese, but I just love the creaminess of a processed cheese, like Velveeta.
    chicken macaroni casserole ingredients in a baking dish

    How to Make Chicken Macaroni Casserole

    When I say this recipe is easy, I'm talking SUPER easy. First, you'll preheat the oven and spray a 9x13" baking dish with cooking spray.

    Next, you'll add all the ingredients to the dish and give it a good stir.

    casserole mixed up and ready to go into the oven

    Cover the pan with foil and bake. You'll bake for 30 minutes, give it a stir, put the foil back on and let bake another 30 minutes. The cheese should all be melted and the noodles will be soft.

    macaroni with chicken baked and ready to enjoy

    What to serve with this One Dish Chicken Macaroni Casserole

    Don't want to mess with creating more dirty dishes? Simply add 1-2 cups of peas into the casserole before baking. Then you've got a full meal all in one!

    If you want to keep the veggies out, there are many great options for side dishes. Steam a bag of peas or broccoli, make a simple side salad (with my favorite balsamic vinaigrette!) or mix together a bowl of fresh fruit!

    fork with some chicken macaroni casserole on it and broccoli in the background

    Can I make this Macaroni Casserole ahead of time?

    Yes! You can mix up the ingredients and have it ready to go in the baking dish one day before baking. Simply cover it with foil, refrigerate overnight and bake the next day!

    Other Easy One Dish Meals

    One Dish Ground Beef Casserole

    One Pot Spaghetti

    Cheesy Ham and Noodle Casserole

    Sheet Pan Pork Loin & Veggies

    One Pan Taco Rice Skillet

    chicken macaroni casserole on a white plate with broccoli and a gold fork

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    Chicken Macaroni Casserole on a white plate over a wooden plate and broccoli in the background

    Chicken Macaroni Casserole

    This one dish Chicken Macaroni Casserole is super creamy, cheesy and comforting. It's a simple weeknight meal your whole family will LOVE!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups dry macaroni noodles
    • 2 cups cooked diced or shredded chicken
    • One 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
    • One 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 tablespoon dry minced onion
    • 1 pound Velveeta cheese cubed

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13" casserole dish with cooking spray.
    • Add all ingredients into the prepared dish and stir them together.
    • Cover with aluminum foil.
    • Bake for 60 minutes (or until noodles are soft), stirring once halfway through.

    Notes

    • For the chicken, you can use canned chicken (drained), leftover rotisserie chicken, shredded chicken, cooked and diced chicken, etc.  Whatever you've got handy!
    • You can make this the night before and refrigerate until you're ready to bake.
    • Add 1-2 cups of peas to add some veggies and make it an all-in-one meal!
    Keyword casserole, macaroni
    Tried this recipe?Follow me at @dancearoundthekitchen.kelsey and let me know how you liked it!

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