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Cheesy Chicken & Pasta Bagel Bake
A fun American-Italian fusion dish combining crispy bagels, creamy macaroni and cheese, and seasoned chicken. This quick one-pan meal is perfect for beginners and comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.
25 min
Easy
4 servings
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Taste Profile
Sweet3/10
Salty7/10
Sour2/10
Umami8/10
Spicy1/10
🥄 Texture
A contrast of textures: crisp-topped and slightly chewy bagel base with a soft, creamy and gooey mac-and-cheese layer and tender pieces of chicken throughout. The melted cheese on top adds a stretchy, slightly browned finish while the interior remains moist and comforting.
👃 Aroma
Warm, savory aroma dominated by cheesy dairy notes and baked bread, with a background of smoky-sweet barbecue tang. There is also a mild roasted chicken scent that deepens the overall savory profile.
🍷 Pairs Well With
A crisp lager or amber ale to cut the richness, or an unsweetened iced tea for a nonalcoholic option; a cola also pairs well with the BBQ sweetness.
🥗 Side Dishes
Crisp coleslaw or a simple green salad with vinaigrette to add acidity and freshness; dill pickles or pickled vegetables for brightness; roasted or steamed vegetables (broccoli, green beans) as a milder option.
Ingredients(5 items)
- 12 bagels (sliced in half)
- 22 cups cooked macaroni and cheese (from box or homemade)
- 31 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 41/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 51 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Nutrition Information(per serving)
520
Calories
28g
Protein
52g
Carbs
22g
Fat
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While it heats, slice the bagels in half and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- 2
Cook the macaroni and cheese according to package directions in a pot, then stir in the cooked chicken and barbecue sauce until well mixed.
- 3
Spoon the chicken and mac and cheese mixture evenly onto each bagel half, pressing it down gently so it stays in place.
- 4
Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each bagel half, covering the mixture completely.
- 5
Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.
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