Mexi Mac n Chz Recipe

Name: Mexi Mac n Chz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pounds Macaroni Noodles, Cooked; 2 cups Chicken Breast, Cooked And Shredded; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; ⅓ cups Red Onion, Diced; ⅓ cups Sweet Red Peppers, Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Ro-Tel, Mild, Medium, Or Hot; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper To Taste; 1 dash Chili Powder, to taste; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1 Tablespoon Flour; 1 cup Milk; 1 cup Grated Monterey Jack Cheese; 1- 1/2 cup Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese; ⅓ cups Breadcrumbs Or Tortilla Chips For Topping; ⅓ cups Cilantro For Garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 pounds Macaroni Noodles, Cooked
2 cups Chicken Breast, Cooked And Shredded
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
⅓ cups Red Onion, Diced
⅓ cups Sweet Red Peppers, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Ro-Tel, Mild, Medium, Or Hot
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper To Taste
1 dash Chili Powder, to taste
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Tablespoon Flour
1 cup Milk
1 cup Grated Monterey Jack Cheese
1- 1/2 cup Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
⅓ cups Breadcrumbs Or Tortilla Chips For Topping
⅓ cups Cilantro For Garnish

1
Cook the noodles according to package directions.
2
If you have not already cooked and shredded the chicken, do so now please.
3
(Boil chicken in water until done.
4
Shred with fingers or two forks.)
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
6
While noodles boil, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
7
Add the onions, peppers, and garlic.
8
Saute about 4 minutes, or until fragrant.
9
Add the Ro-Tel, stir and season with cumin, cayenne and chili powder.
10
Add the chicken and cook for about 3 minutes and turn off heat.
11
Add noodles when cooked.
12
Begin preparing the roux.
13
Over medium heat, melt the butter in a small sauce pan.
14
When melted, whisk in the flour.
15
When browned and paste-like, add the milk and cheeses.
16
Stir continuously until sauce has thickened, being careful not to burn, about 10 minutes.
17
Pour sauce into the chicken/noodle mixture.
18
Mix well.
19
Transfer into a medium sized baking dish.
20
Sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed tortilla chips on top.
21
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
22
Garnish with cilantro.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pounds Macaroni Noodles, Cooked, 2 cups Chicken Breast, Cooked And Shredded, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, ⅓ cups Red Onion, Diced, and more.

Yes, Mexi Mac n Chz falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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