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Chicken and Cheese Macaroni Bake

Creamy, cheesy Chicken and Cheese Macaroni Bake with shredded chicken, cheddar, mozzarella, and a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for family dinners!
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 3 cups mild cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 3 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 2.5 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Instructions
 

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and simmer until fragrant.
  • Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add second cup of heavy cream and 1 cup chicken stock/broth. Stir in 1 cup mozzarella cheese and let melt.
  • Add 2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese and stir until smooth. Add extra stock/broth as needed to thin sauce.
  • Fold in shredded chicken and cooked macaroni, coating well with sauce.
  • Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup mozzarella and 1 cup mild cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  • Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

ook macaroni before mixing in to avoid crunchy pasta.
Substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth for lighter flavor if desired.