Chicken and Dressing with Macaroni and Cheese

Chicken and Dressing with Macaroni and Cheese

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A comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and flavorful stuffing, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups Chicken, cooked and shredded Using seasoned chicken adds extra flavor.
1 box Dressing (stuffing mix) Use seasoned or plain according to preference.
2 cups Macaroni, uncooked Cook according to package instructions.
2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese.
1 cup Milk Use whole or low-fat milk.
3 tablespoons Butter Melted for the cheese sauce.
1 cup Breadcrumbs Sprinkle on top for extra crispiness.
to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
to taste teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.

Method

Preparation

Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt butter and add milk to create a creamy cheese sauce. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce.

Assembly and Baking

In a baking dish, layer chicken and dressing, then top with the macaroni and cheese mixture.
Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for extra crispiness.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Serving

Serve hot and enjoy, ideally with a simple salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, use seasoned chicken or add some spices to the dressing mix. You can make this dish vegetarian by omitting the chicken and using vegetable broth instead of water for the dressing. Feel free to add vegetables like peas or broccoli for added nutrition.

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