Walter's Chicken and Mac

Health score
15%
Walter's Chicken and Mac
75 min.
6
437kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of comfort food with Walter's Chicken and Mac! This hearty dish is the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness and tender chicken, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you're feeding a family or hosting friends, this recipe serves six and is sure to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying texture.

Imagine a warm, bubbling casserole fresh from the oven, filled with perfectly cooked macaroni, succulent diced chicken, and a medley of mushrooms, all enveloped in a luscious cream of chicken sauce. Topped with a generous layer of shredded Cheddar cheese, each bite is a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare, taking just 75 minutes from start to finish. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can create a meal that feels gourmet. Plus, the leftovers (if there are any!) make for a fantastic next-day lunch, packed with flavor and comfort.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in Walter's Chicken and Mac—a dish that brings warmth to the table and smiles to faces. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 ounce mushrooms sliced canned
  • cups roasted chicken diced cooked
  • 10.8 ounce cream of chicken soup canned
  • cups .5 oz. macaroni 
  • cup milk 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add macaroni and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. In a large bowl combine cooked macaroni, chicken, cheddar cheese, soup, milk and mushrooms.
  5. Place mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes; serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories437kcal
Protein25.82%
Fat43.07%
Carbs31.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18
Glycemic Load
2.53
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.266956466534%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:436.89kcal
21.84%
Fat:20.72g
31.88%
Saturated Fat:9.8g
61.25%
Carbohydrates:33.67g
11.22%
Net Carbohydrates:32.04g
11.65%
Sugar:3.79g
4.21%
Cholesterol:81.61mg
27.2%
Sodium:745.82mg
32.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.95g
55.9%
Selenium:46.87µg
66.96%
Phosphorus:399.12mg
39.91%
Calcium:338.72mg
33.87%
Vitamin B3:4.87mg
24.36%
Zinc:3.05mg
20.35%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.98%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.36%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.24%
Copper:0.26mg
12.78%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.57%
Magnesium:48.62mg
12.16%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.82%
Vitamin A:554.88IU
11.1%
Iron:1.79mg
9.92%
Potassium:327.24mg
9.35%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.92%
Fiber:1.63g
6.52%
Folate:20.11µg
5.03%
Vitamin D:0.72µg
4.77%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.12%
Vitamin K:3.14µg
2.99%
Source:Allrecipes