Macaroni Chicken Casserole

Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Aug. 18, 2023
Start the evening off right with this piping hot, hearty casserole from Quincie Ball of Shelton, Washington. Topped with crispy breadcrumbs, you'll love the satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon butter, melted

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and green pepper in butter until tender.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cheese, sour cream, milk, olives, seasoned salt, pepper and vegetable mixture. Drain macaroni; add to chicken mixture.
  3. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 404 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 835mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein.