CHICKEN FAJITA MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This Tex-Mex twist on macaroni and cheese is packed full of fajita flavor and plenty of cheese.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta (12 oz)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 cup thinly sliced poblano chiles
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix chicken
2/3 cup water
1 3/4 cups milk
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (6 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Stir in bell pepper, chiles and onion; cook about 2 minutes longer or until onions just start to soften. Add taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Transfer to bowl, and reserve.
  • In 4-cup glass measuring cup, mix milk and whipping cream. Return Dutch oven to medium heat; melt butter in Dutch oven. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently. With whisk, stir in flour and salt until smooth. Cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  • Gradually stir in milk mixture. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; reduce heat to medium. Stir in cheeses. Cook until melted, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta and reserved chicken mixture. Remove from heat. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until sauce is bubbly. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips and green onions on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

iTzKK06 higgins
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I'm not a big fan of chicken fajita seasoning.


Denise Lewis
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This recipe sounds amazing! I'm definitely going to make it soon.


Prince Tiwary
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.


Monica Addae
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Waheed Baksh
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I added some extra vegetables to this recipe, like broccoli and carrots, and it was even better!


Tracy Parker
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The whole family loved it!


hamdan ruba
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken fajita seasoning really takes it to the next level.


Good Bear
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The chicken fajita macaroni and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of spice.


Takeshia Sherrard
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the cheesy, gooey texture.


Ibrahim Adams
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken fajita seasoning gave the macaroni and cheese a delicious Tex-Mex flavor. I also loved the addition of the bell peppers and onions.