Instructions: Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble chicken into a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish. Add celery, onions, and bell peppers.

Mix well. Microwave, covered, on high for 4 1/2 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Add chili powder, macaroni, corn kernels, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and salt. Mix well. Microwave, covered, on medium-high for ten minutes or until heat through, stirring once. Sprinkle with cheese.

NOTES : The key to actually cooking with a microwave is to know your microwaves wattage and adjust the recipe accordingly. You also need to use the appropriate cookware for your oven. Most cookware that can be used in the microwave will state "suitable for microwave" or "microwave safe". Avoid using cookware with metal trim, foil-lined bags, boxes, or baking trays.

This recipe calls for ground chicken but you can substitute whatever meat you have on hand. When you cook the chicken in the microwave, youll notice that it wont brown. This is not a problem as long as you can tell that the meat is completely cooked. With chicken, it turns a white color when its completely cooked. I dont know about beef since I dont use it in any of my

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