King Ranch Chicken Mac (Printable Recipe)
Bold Southern flavors in one skillet with creamy mac and spiced chicken.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 ounces cellentani pasta
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 medium onion diced
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1 green bell pepper diced
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10 ounces diced tomatoes and green chiles canned
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8 ounces pasteurized prepared cheese product cubed
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3 cups chopped cooked chicken
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10.75 ounces cream of chicken soup canned
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0.5 cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
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1.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil the pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
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Add diced tomatoes with green chiles and cubed cheese product. Stir constantly for 2 minutes until cheese is fully melted.
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Stir in chopped cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chili powder, cumin, and cooked pasta. Mix until well combined.
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Spoon the mixture into a greased 10-inch cast-iron skillet or 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake the dish for 25 to 30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and heated through.
# Extra Tips:
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Using rotisserie chicken and pre-shredded cheese can significantly reduce preparation time.