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Chicken Enchilada Mac and cheese is an American favorite, but combine it with an enchilada sauce and you’ve got a flavor combo with a kick

Chicken Enchilada Mac & Cheese

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 strainer or colander

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

Instructions

Cooking

  • 1. In a large pot (or saucepan), heat cream, milk, enchilada sauce, cumin and salt on medium heat. Whisking often, heat until mixture just begins to bubble.
  • 2. Reduce heat to medium low and add in cheese. Stir until smooth. Mix in the cooked chicken and the cooked pasta shells.
  • 3. Simmer mixture for 2-3 minutes or until dish is hot. Garnish with cumin or paprika. Serve immediately.
  • Love mac & cheese? Try our Grilled Cheese Mac & Cheese sandwich! Want to learn more about the wheat that you eat? Check out What Does a Bushel of Wheat Mean to Me!
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