Delicious Chicken Macaroni: A Comforting Family Favorite Recipe
This Delicious Chicken Macaroni recipe is a perfect family favorite that combines tenderness of chicken with the comfort of macaroni.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken and onions.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the chicken mixture.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and chicken mixture, then fold in the cheddar cheese.
- Reduce heat, cover, and let it cook until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: chicken macaroni, comfort food, family recipe