3 Simple Macaroni recipes with chicken

Macaroni is staple food that has been enjoyed by people all over the world for centuries. It is a versatile dish that can be prepared in many ways, from simple mac and cheese to more complex pasta dishes with various sauces and toppings. My aunt was a master at making macaroni, and her stories about it were legendary.

She would tell us tales of how she learned to make macaroni from her grandmother, who had passed down the recipe through generations of their family. She would describe the process of making the dough from scratch, rolling it out into thin sheets, cutting it into small pieces, and then boiling it until it was firm and slightly chewy.

Her stories were always accompanied by delicious smells wafting from her kitchen as she cooked up batches of macaroni for us to enjoy. We would sit around the table, sharing stories and laughter while savoring every bite of her delicious creation.

Chicken Alfredo Macaroni and cheese recipe:

Ingredients:

Prep time: 10 minutes	Cook time:15 minutes
Rest time: 5 minutes	Servings: 4
Difficulty: basic	Season: summer

Instructions:

1: Macaroni should be prepared as directed on the packaging. Drain, then set apart.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for around 5–7 minutes, until it is thoroughly done and golden.
3. Melt butter in a different pot over medium heat. Add heavy cream and mix thoroughly. When the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, add the grated Parmesan cheese and continue stirring.
4. Stir the cooked macaroni and chicken into the Alfredo sauce in the pan until everything is evenly covered.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

Chicken and broccoli with Macaroni and cheese:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare macaroni as directed on the packet. Drain, then set apart.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the chicken and heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it is thoroughly done. Broccoli florets should be added to the skillet and cooked for an additional 3–5 minutes, or until soft.
3. Melt butter in a different pot over medium heat. All-purpose flour should be added and thoroughly mixed. Add milk gradually while continuing to whisk the mixture until it is smooth. When the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, add the cheddar cheese that has been shredded.
4. Add the cooked macaroni and the chicken-broccoli mixture to the cheese sauce-filled skillet and stir until everything is evenly covered.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.