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Description
A delicious Trinidad-style macaroni pie with chicken, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a bowl, mix milk, eggs, mustard, ketchup, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Sauté onion and garlic in butter until soft.
- Combine cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, sautéed onion and garlic, and cheese in a large bowl.
- Pour the milk mixture over the macaroni and stir well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for better flavor.
- You can add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Trinidadian