Ingredients for Aunt Irene S Chicken And Macaroni
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked)
- Mayonnaise
- Cream Of Chicken Soup
- 1 (16 ounce) box elbow macaroni or your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe
- Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tablespoon celery seed (or more, to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pepper
- Chicken Broth
- Milk
How to Make Aunt Irene S Chicken And Macaroni
- Cook 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts. (This takes about 30 minutes if cooking from raw or can be done with pre-cooked chicken, reducing prep time to 20 minutes).
- While chicken cooks, prepare the macaroni and cheese base according to your favorite recipe. (or use one box of your favorite prepared macaroni and cheese mix.)
- Dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese, chicken, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1 tablespoon celery seed (or more to taste!), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Uncover the casserole and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Stir gently and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
69 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
64g
Carbs
11g
