Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style Recipe

Name: Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pre-cooked cubed; 2 cups shredded cheese, I used a three cheese mixture; 1 (12 ounce) package elbow macaroni; 6 ounces roughly chopped roasted red peppers or 1 whole red pepper, roasted and chopped; 1 tablespoon TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce; 1 tablespoon onion powder; salt and pepper; ¼ cup unsalted butter; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups half-and-half, I used fat free; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons hot sauce

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pre-cooked cubed
2 cups shredded cheese, I used a three cheese mixture
1 (12 ounce) package elbow macaroni
6 ounces roughly chopped roasted red peppers or 1 whole red pepper, roasted and chopped
1 tablespoon TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
1 tablespoon onion powder
salt and pepper
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups half-and-half, I used fat free
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons hot sauce

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["Bechamel Sauce:.", "In a heavy bottomed pot over medium heat, melt the butter Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the flour to make a roux, cook for 4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.", "Pour 1 cup of milk into the roux, whisking constantly as the sauce thickens.", "Add the rest of the milk, in 1/2 cup portions, add the hot sauce and salt whisking constantly to prevent lumps.", "Simmer the sauce over low heat for 8 minutes, stirring the bottom of the pot with a spatula to prevent burning.", "Cook macaroni, drain and set aside.", "In a 13X9"" baking pan, spray with nonstick spray.", "pour small amount of bechamel in the bottom of the pan with a little of the cheese.", "Sprinkle the chicken with the onion powder, and chipotle sauce, place half of the chicken in the pan then top with half of the peppers.", "Now add half of the macaroni, salt and pepper to taste, pour half of the bechamel sauce over the macaroni and half of the cheese.", "Repeat ending with the cheese.", "Bake at 350F for about 20 minutes.", "Makes 6 large servings."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pre-cooked cubed, 2 cups shredded cheese, I used a three cheese mixture, 1 (12 ounce) package elbow macaroni, 6 ounces roughly chopped roasted red peppers or 1 whole red pepper, roasted and chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style

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Variations & substitutions

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