Quick and Easy Tuna Chicken Macaroni

Whip up a comforting and crowd-pleasing dish in no time with this Quick and Easy Tuna Chicken Macaroni recipe! Combining tender macaroni pasta, savory shredded chicken, and flaky canned tuna, all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy mushroom sauce, this recipe is a protein-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes on the stove, this one-skillet wonder is a breeze to make and satisfies hearty appetites. Enhanced with aromatic garlic and onion powder and a touch of melted cheddar cheese, every bite is bursting with bold, comforting flavors. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh finish, and serve this creamy pasta dish warm for a wholesome, family-friendly dinner. Keywords: quick tuna chicken macaroni recipe, creamy pasta dishes, easy weeknight meals, one-skillet recipe, tuna and chicken pasta bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups macaroni pasta
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 1 can canned tuna (drained)
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes to warm it through.

Step 4

Add the drained canned tuna to the skillet, breaking it up into chunks using a spoon or spatula.

Step 5

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and the milk. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the cooked and drained macaroni to the skillet, stirring everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the pasta and continue to cook over low heat until the cheese is melted and gooey, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(787.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1616.7

Total Fat 67.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 153.2mg	0%
Sodium 2565.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 73.0g	0%

Vitamin D 185.8IU	0%
Calcium 1213.5mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1208.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 44.6%