Chicken Parmesan Macaroni Cups Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Chicken Parmesan Macaroni Cups are a delightful twist on traditional chicken recipes, combining the flavors of chicken parmesan with the comfort of macaroni and cheese. Perfect for a fun dinner or a party appetizer, these bite-sized cups are sure to please everyone.

The recipe is simple to follow and allows for customization with your favorite cheeses or herbs. They can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving for a warm, cheesy treat.

Delicious Chicken Parmesan Macaroni Cups

These macaroni cups feature tender pasta mixed with shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and cheese, all baked in muffin tins for a fun presentation. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 servings.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked macaroni
1 cup cooked shredded chicken
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
Cooking spray for muffin tin

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the macaroni mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cups to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm.