Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 tbsp

Oil

1 cup

Chicken

cut into cubes

1 pack

Elbow Macaroni

1 tsp

Chilli Sauce

1 tsp

Soy Sauce

1 tsp

Ginger-Garlic Paste

2 piece

Potatoes

peeled, cut into cubes

1 tbsp

Cornstarch

1 unit

Oil

for frying

2 cup

Cheese

shredded

Step 1
~5 min

Boil macaronis for 20 minutes in a large pot with slightly salty water, adding 1 teaspoon of oil. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 2
~5 min

In a pan, heat oil or butter over low heat. Add ginger and garlic paste, simmering for 30 seconds.

Step 3
~5 min

Add chicken pieces with chilli sauce, salt, soya sauce and tomato ketchup. Cover and cook until chicken is tender.

Step 4
~5 min

Add boiled macaronis to the chicken mixture and mix thoroughly. Turn off the heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Cut potatoes into cubes. Mix with cornstarch and salt.

Step 6
~5 min

Deep fry potatoes in oil until crispy like French fries.

Step 7
~5 min

In a baking tray, put half of the macaroni as the first layer, then half of the potatoes as the second layer, and cheese as the third layer.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

Repeat the layering method and bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.

Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Garnish with chopped parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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