One Pot White Chicken Chili Mac and Cheese

• porzioni: 6 servings
• tempo di preparazione: 30 minutes
• tempo totale: 55 minutes

Ingredienti

2 tablespoons salted butter or olive oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

4 cloves garlic, chopped

2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

salt and black pepper

4 cups broth

4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

1 can white beans, drained

1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies

1/2 cup salsa verde

1 pound short cut pasta

2 cups shredded melty cheese (colby, cheddar, pepper jack)

green onions and cilantro, for serving

Istruzioni

1. Preheat the oven to 425° F.

2. In a large pot set over medium-high heat, add the butter, onions, and chicken and cook until fragrant, 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, poblano peppers, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in the broth. Partially cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked.

3. Pull the chicken out and shred using 2 forks.

4. To the pot, add the pasta and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer for 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring often. Stir in the cream cheese, shredded chicken, white beans, salsa verde, diced green chiles, and 1 cup cheese. Cook another few minutes until creamy. Remove from the heat and top with cheese. Bake for 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

5. Divide the pasta and sauce among bowls and top with green onions and cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrizione

• Calorie: 703 kcal