Parmesan-style chicken on a bed of mac and cheese. A great choice for cooler days and picky eaters.
Adapted from This Is Not Diet Food!
Prepare popcorn chicken according to package directions and set aside.
Preheat oven to 400 F. Spray the inside of a 9 x 13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large cookpot combine water and heavy cream/half and half and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and allow the macaroni to cook to al dente, about 7-9 minutes, stirring periodically. Do not drain.
Add Cheddar cheese soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and mix until well blended. Add half of the Mozzarella cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and blended.
Pour the mac and cheese mixture into the casserole dish and spread evenly. Top with the popcorn chicken. Spoon marinara sauce over the chicken, then top with the remaining Mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the oven 13-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and starting to lightly brown around the edges. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Servings 8
Serving Size approx 2 cups
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.