Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Bake Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) box macaroni and cheese mix; ¼ cup pasta (any); ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 8 slices bacon (I used Turkey Bacon); 3 tablespoons sour cream; ½ cup milk; 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; pepper; 1 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese (or whatever you like)

Servings: persons

1
Add all pasta (including from mac n cheese) to boiling water.
2
While that cooks, cook the bacon, drain and set aside.
3
When pasta is tender, drain, return to pot and add milk, cheese sauce mix, butter and sour cream.
4
Simmer on low while you cook the chicken.
5
Cook chicken in the pan you cooked the bacon in (use some of the bacon fat).
6
Sprinkle chicken with pepper as it cooks.
7
While chicken is cooking, dice bacon.
8
Layer mac n cheese, bacon, diced chicken and cheeses in casserole dish (I used rectangular type dish).
9
Bake 30 minutes or until heated through.
10
Enjoy!

917

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) box macaroni and cheese mix, ¼ cup pasta (any), ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 8 slices bacon (I used Turkey Bacon), and more.

Yes, Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cheesy Chicken Macaroni Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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