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White Chicken Chili Mac

Ingredients

  • Kosher salt
  • 12 ounces medium pasta shells
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded if desired, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (or more) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 7 ounces Gouda, shredded (about 2 cups), divided
  • 7 ounces white cheddar, shredded (about 2 cups), divided
  • 2 rotisserie chicken breasts, shredded
  • 1 (15 ounces) can great Northern beans, drained, rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen white corn
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Arrange a rack in the center of oven; preheat to 375 degrees F.  In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions, 8 to 10 minutes.  Drain.

Step 2: In a large, high-sided, cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat oil.  Cook onion and jalapeno, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened, about 7 minutes; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt.  Add garlic, paprika, and cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more.

Step 3: Add butter and cook, stirring, until melted and foamy.  Add flour and cook, whisking frequently, until dissolved and toasty smelling, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 4: Add broth and cream, whisking until no lumps remain.  Bring to a low simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.  Reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 1/2 cups Gouda and 1 1/2 cups cheddar, stirring until melted.  Fold in chicken, beans, corn, and pasta; season with salt and pepper.  If skillet seems dry, add more broth, if needed.  Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Gouda and 1/2 cup cheddar over.

Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake chili until golden brown on top and bubbly around the edges, 25 to 30 minutes.  Top with cilantro.

Enjoy this homemade comfort meal from Delish!