Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Macaroni Chicken Hamburger Casserole. This hearty dish features tender macaroni, savory ground beef, and a luscious cheese sauce that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this casserole is not only quick to prepare but also adaptable for various dietary preferences. With its creamy texture and irresistible cheesy flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 cups Macaroni noodles
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 can Cheddar cheese soup
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 oz Sour cream
- ¼ cup Milk
- 8 slices American cheese
- 1 cup Crushed Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni in a pot until al dente; drain.
- In the same pot, melt Velveeta cheese with drained macaroni; mix well.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef and onions over medium-high heat; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in sour cream, cheddar cheese soup, onion powder, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and milk until combined.
- Add the macaroni mixture back to the skillet and stir gently.
- Transfer everything into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Top with American cheese slices and crushed Ritz crackers.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. Allow the casserole to rest for about five minutes after baking for easier serving.