This oven baked 5-ingredient Amish chicken broth macaroni is the kind of practical dinner that fits perfectly into a busy weeknight: simple pantry ingredients, almost no prep, and a cozy baked texture that feels extra comforting. It leans on the old-fashioned idea of baking pasta right in broth so every bite absorbs flavor as it cooks, and using tiny stelline gives it a soft, homey feel that makes the whole dish especially satisfying.
Serve this with a crisp green salad, buttered green beans, or roasted carrots to balance the richness. It also pairs well with warm dinner rolls, sliced cucumbers, or applesauce if you want to keep the meal in that classic comforting direction, and a little cracked black pepper or chopped parsley on top brightens the finished pan nicely.
Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Amish Chicken Broth Macaroni
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 cups dry stelline pasta
4 cups rich chicken bone broth
1 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly butter a 9x13-inch ceramic roasting pan.
2. Add the dry stelline pasta to the roasting pan and spread it into an even layer. Pour the chicken bone broth and milk over the pasta, then scatter the butter pieces across the top and sprinkle with the salt.
3. Stir gently so the pasta is fully submerged, then cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
4. Remove the foil, stir well, and return the pan to the oven uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
5. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving so it thickens slightly. Taste and add a little more salt if needed, then spoon into bowls and serve warm.
Variations & Tips
Add Cheese: If you want a richer, creamier version, stir in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or Parmesan during the last few minutes of baking. It melts right into the pasta and gives the dish more of a macaroni-and-cheese feel.
Use Another Small Pasta: If you cannot find stelline, small shapes like ditalini, acini di pepe, or orzo can work well. Keep an eye on the liquid and texture, since different pasta sizes may need a few extra minutes or a splash more broth.
Make It Heartier: Stir in cooked shredded chicken, peas, or sautéed onions after the first covered bake if you want to stretch this into a fuller one-pan dinner. This is one of those easy clean-out-the-fridge meals that still tastes comforting and intentional.
Watch the Final Texture: The pasta will continue soaking up liquid as it rests, so do not worry if it looks slightly loose when it first comes out of the oven. For a soupier spoonable version, add an extra 1/2 cup warm broth before serving; for a thicker casserole-style dish, bake uncovered a few extra minutes.