Cheesy Chicken Taco Mac

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 lb of cubed-up chicken, 1 chopped onion, and seasonings (salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and dried cilantro).
  2. 2Once chicken is cooked, add 1 tbsp of minced garlic, 10 oz can of Rotel, and 8 oz can of tomato sauce.
  3. 3Add 2 1/2 cups of elbow noodles and 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth. Cover and cook for 12 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. 4Add 2 cups of shredded Colby Jack cheese and 1/2 cup of milk. Stir until the cheese melts.
  5. 5Optionally, add another 1/2 cup of cheese on top and broil for a couple of minutes.
  6. 6Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving with buttered bread and green beans.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 2.5 cups elbow macaroni
  • 10 oz can Rotel
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 fresh cilantro

Equipment

large skillet