Rockin' Chili Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Rockin' Chili Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1 small yellow onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 Tbsp. minced garlic; 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained; 1 pkg. (14.5 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Family Size Dinner; 2 cups milk; 1-1/2 cups water; 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro; 3/4 cup KRAFT Authentic Mexican Style Finely Shredded Cheeses

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 red pepper, chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 Tbsp. minced garlic
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained
1 pkg. (14.5 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Family Size Dinner
2 cups milk
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 cup KRAFT Authentic Mexican Style Finely Shredded Cheeses

1
Heat oil in large deep skillet on medium-high heat.
2
Add red peppers, onions and garlic; cook and stir 5 min.
3
or until vegetables are tender.
4
Add tomatoes, corn and chilies; stir until well blended.
5
Add Macaroni, milk, water and chili powder; mix well.
6
Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 7 to 8 min.
7
or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
8
Add Cheese Sauce Mix; stir until blended.
9
Cook, covered, 2 min.
10
Reduce heat to low.
11
Top with cilantro and shredded cheese; cook, covered, 1 to 2 min.
12
or until cheese is melted.

517

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 red pepper, chopped, 1 small yellow onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, 1 Tbsp. minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Rockin' Chili Mac & Cheese falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rockin' Chili Mac & Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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