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Chicken Taco Mac Cheese

A creamy, cheesy mac and cheese infused with bold taco flavors and juicy chicken chunks for the ultimate comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts diced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 0.5 cups diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro for garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté diced chicken with taco seasoning in olive oil until golden.
  3. In the same pan, make a roux with butter and flour, whisking in milk until smooth.
  4. Stir in cheeses until melted, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add pasta and chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
  6. Top with diced tomatoes and cilantro. Serve hot.

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled for a crowd or customized with your favorite toppings.