One-Pot Chicken Enchilada Mac and Cheese

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Have some leftover chicken that you don't know what to do with? Transform it into a cheesy and comforting one-pot dinner sensation. Garnish with your favorite enchilada toppings if desired.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on August 9, 2022
One-Pot Chicken Enchilada Mac and Cheese
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni

  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce

  • 1 cup half-and-half

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies

  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 2 cups shredded pepperjack cheese

  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. Combine enchilada sauce, half-and-half, and green chiles in the same pot over medium heat and cook until warm, 5 to 10 minutes. Slowly add Cheddar cheese and pepperjack cheese and whisk continuously until melted, about 5 minutes. Return cooked macaroni to the pot. Add chicken and cilantro and stir until combined and heated through, about 5 minutes more.

Cook's Note:

To reheat leftovers, add chicken broth a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

582 Calories
30g Fat
48g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 582
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 38%
Saturated Fat 16g 82%
Cholesterol 104mg 35%
Sodium 701mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 482mg 37%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 371mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.