Best 3 King Ranch Chicken Mac And Cheese Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and creamy chicken mac and cheese casserole? If so, you need to try this easy king ranch chicken mac and cheese recipe that combines creamy mac and cheese, tender chicken, and flavorful spices. It's a great dish for feeding a large group of people and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KING RANCH CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE - (4.7/5)



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Provided by june

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 oz dried pasta
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (8 oz) pkg Velveeta cheese, cubed
3 cups cooked chicken
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Melt butter in a large dutch oven over medium high heat. Add onion, and sauté 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in tomatoes and green chilies and Velveeta; cook, stirring constantly 2 minutes, or until cheese melts. Stir in chicken, next 4 ingredients, and hot cooked pasta until blended. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly.

KING RANCH CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE



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Make and share this King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (8 ounce) package Velveeta cheese, cubed
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper, and saute 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in tomatoes and green chiles and prepared cheese product; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir in chicken, next 4 ingredients, and hot cooked pasta until blended. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 10-inch cast-iron skillet or 11- x 7-inch baking dish; sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.

KING RANCH CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE



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Another King Ranch recipe, this one is a mac and cheese style. From Southern Living magazine.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz cellentani pasta
2 Tbsp butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles (rotel)
8 oz package pasteurized prepared cheese product, cubed (velveeta)
3 c cooked chicken, chopped
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup, 10 3/4 ounce can
1/2 c sour cream
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper, and saute 5 minutes or until tender.
  • 3. Stir in tomatoes and green chiles, and prepared cheese product; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until the cheese melts. Stir in the chicken, next 4 ingredients, and hot cooked pasta until blended.
  • 4. Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased 10 inch cast-iron skillet or 11 x 7 inch baking dish; sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  • 5. ABake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Tips:

  • For a creamy and flavorful sauce, use a combination of cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and cream cheese.
  • To add a bit of spice, use a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • For a crispy topping, use a combination of Panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • If you don't have rotisserie chicken, you can use cooked chicken breasts or thighs.
  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked macaroni noodles.

Conclusion:

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, crispy topping, and flavorful chicken, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese a try!

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