Chicken Fajita Mac and Cheese
Macaroni, heavy cream and fajita seasoning come together in this American chicken β 50 minutes, 4 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 4 steps.
You'll mainly reach for oven and frying pan / skillet. At medium difficulty across 4 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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Pantry staples (you likely have these)
How to make it
- Fry your onion, peppers and garlic in olive oil until nicely translucent. Make a well in your veg and add your chicken. Add your seasoning and salt. Allow to colour slightly.
- Add your cream, stock and macaroni.
- Cook on low for 20 minutes. Add your cheeses, stir to combine.
- Top with roasted peppers and parsley.
You'll use: Oven Β· Frying pan / skillet
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Heavy Cream
- evaporated milk Β· Β½ cup milk + ΒΌ cup melted butter Β· full-fat coconut milk
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Tips & common questions
How long does Chicken Fajita Mac and Cheese take to make?
About 50 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 4 steps and 12 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of heavy cream?
Try evaporated milk. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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