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Filipino-style Chicken Baked Macaroni

Baked Macaroni with Chicken is a Filipino-style pasta dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Hearty, cheesy, and delicious, it's sure to wow the crowd.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 485 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 1 pound small elbow macaroni
  • 3 pounds chicken breast or thigh meat
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 8 ounces fresh button mushrooms, sliced thinly
  • ½ red bell pepper, seeded, cored and chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, seeded, cored and chopped
  • 1 package (34 ounces) sweet-style spaghetti sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces quick melt cheese, shredded

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot over medium heat, bring about 4 quarts salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook 1 to 2 minutes less than package's directions. Rinse under cold running water and drain well. Set aside.
  2. In a small, heavy-bottomed pot, arrange chicken breasts in a single layer. Add enough water to cover, salt and peppercorns.
  3. Bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top. Lower heat, cover, and cook in a barely a simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes or until thermometer inserted in the thickest part of chicken reads 165 F.
  4. With a slotted spoon, remove chicken from heat and allow to cool to touch. Coarsely shred chicken and keep warm. 
  5. In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
  6. Add mushrooms and bell peppers and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until softened.
  7. Add spaghetti sauce and water. Bring to a boil.
  8. Add chicken bouillon, Italian seasonings, and salt and pepper to taste. Lower heat, cover, and simmer until slightly thickened.
  9. Add chicken and continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through.
  10. Preheat oven to 375 F.
  11. In a large bowl, combine macaroni and sauce. Gently toss together until well-combined.
  12. Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer pasta-meat mixture into prepared dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top.
  13. Bake in the oven for about 20 to 25 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted.
  14. Remove from oven and allow to cool for about 7 to 10 minutes before cutting into serving portions.

Notes

  • Use a baking dish with about an inch or so of headspace, so the foil doesn’t touch the surface of the pasta. If you don’t have one that’s deep enough, loosely tent the pan to keep the foil from sticking to the melted cheese.
  • For neater squares, allow the baked macaroni to stand for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Information

Calories 485kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 1243mg (52%) Potassium 739mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 850IU (17%) Vitamin C 17.3mg (19%) Calcium 252mg (25%) Iron 2.7mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 485

% Daily Value*

Calories 485kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 1243mg 52%
Potassium 739mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 850IU 17%
Vitamin C 17.3mg 19%
Calcium 252mg 25%
Iron 2.7mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.