Chipotle Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: Chipotle Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (7-ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained; 4 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked); 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese; 1 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese; 1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk; 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; Cooking spray; 3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 (7-ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
4 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Cooking spray
3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Remove 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from can; set aside. Remove 2 chipotle chiles from can; finely chop to measure 1 tablespoon. Reserve remaining chiles and adobo sauce for another use.
3
Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped chiles, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring frequently. Sprinkle with flour; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium; add tomatoes. Cook 3 minutes or until thickened. Add reserved 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, pasta, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, milk, Parmesan, and egg; stir to combine. Spoon pasta mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (7-ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon butter, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Macaroni And Cheese 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.

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Chipotle Macaroni And Cheese

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