Name: Chicken Fajita Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 bell peppers, diced; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 3 cups medium shells, dry; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; 1 ½ cups half and half; 2 cups shredded cheese (we used cheddar and pepper jack); 2 tablespoons Tex-Mex Seasoning

Chicken Fajita Mac & Cheese

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Author:

Heirloom Spice Co.

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Cook Mode

Ingredients

3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 yellow onion, diced
2 bell peppers, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 cups medium shells, dry
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups half and half
2 cups shredded cheese (we used cheddar and pepper jack)
2 tablespoons Tex-Mex Seasoning

Directions

Heat oil in a deep 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Tex-Mex Seasoning. Add chicken to skillet an sauté until completely browned and cooked through; about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet.
To the empty skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
Stir in pasta, chicken broth, and half and half. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Stir often to prevent sticking. Do not let mixture come to a rapid boil.
Once pasta is cooked, turn off heat and stir in cheese until compeltely melted. Season with salt if desired.
Add cooked chicken and juices back to the skillet and stir to combine.
Garnish with scallions and cilantro if desired.