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French Onion Chicken Macaroni and Cheese


  • Author: recipstep
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A delicious fusion of classic French onion soup flavors with creamy macaroni and cheese, topped with tender chicken.


Ingredients

  • – 8 oz macaroni pasta
  • – 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • – 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • – 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • – 2 cups beef broth
  • – 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
  • – 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • – 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • – 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • – 2 tablespoons butter
  • – 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • – Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • 1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  • 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
  • 3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • 4. Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
  • 5. Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring, and let the mixture simmer until thickened.
  • 6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • 7. In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, caramelized onion mixture, Gruyere cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
  • 8. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • 9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  • 10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to add cooked bacon or diced mushrooms for extra flavor.

 

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Fusion (French-American)

Nutrition

  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg