Spicy Skillet Mac Cheese Mexican Style Recipes

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SKILLET MAC & CHEESE

This super creamy mac 'n' cheese is so simple it seems almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I've never met an adult who didn't love it too. -Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6



Skillet Mac & Cheese image

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted., Add macaroni; cook and stir until heated through. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 37g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
Optional toppings: fresh arugula, halved cherry tomatoes and coarsely ground pepper

MEXI-MAC SKILLET

This is the yummiest, quickest recipe I have. There's no need to precook the macaroni. Everything comes together in one smart skillet. -Maurane Ramsey, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11



Mexi-Mac Skillet image

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes., Stir in seasonings, tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn and water; bring to a boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until macaroni is tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

SPICY SKILLET MAC & CHEESE - MEXICAN STYLE

You'll love this Mexican take on macaroni and cheese. Prep time does not including boil time for noodles

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15



Spicy Skillet Mac & Cheese - Mexican Style image

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add noodles. Cook according to pkg. instructions until just al dente. Remove and drain noodles - then set aside.
  • 2. Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the butter, onion, garlic, cumin and coriander and cook over medium-low heat stirring frequently until the onion is softened.
  • 3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add flour to onions and stir continuously for 3 minutes. Whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the chipotle and the drained tomatoes and cool mixture slightly. Add the cheeses (cheddar and jack) and stir until melted. Stir in the noodles.
  • 4. In a bowl, combine crushed tortilla chips with the cotija cheese and sprinkle on top of the macaroni mixture. Bake until the dish is hot and top is golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes before serving.

8 oz macaroni noodles (or noodles of your choice)
salt
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 c onion, finely chopped
1/2 Tbsp garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
2 c milk
1 chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
1/2 c sundried tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 1/4 c sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 c monterrey jack cheese
1 1/2 c crushed tortilla chips
1 1/3 c cotija cheese, freshly grated

SUNNY'S TEX-MEX CHILI MAC SKILLET

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11



Sunny's Tex-Mex Chili Mac Skillet image

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven or a grill to 375 degrees F.
  • Add the olive oil, chili powder and cumin to a large cast-iron pan over medium heat. Toast and stir until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the beef, salt and a few grinds of black pepper and cook, breaking the beef into bits while browning, until fully cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the marinara sauce and stir to coat. Add the pasta straight from the bag and stir.
  • Level the contents of the pan and top with the cheese, then arrange the jalapeno slices around the pan on top. Bake or grill with the lid closed until the cheese melts and is golden on the edges, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with the Greek yogurt and scallions. Serve warm.

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 pound ground beef (80 percent meat/20 percent fat)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups marinara sauce (pick one with personality!)
One 8.5-ounce bag microwaveable pasta, such as rotini, elbows or penne
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 jalapenos, thinly sliced into rounds
Greek yogurt or sour cream and sliced scallions, for garnish

SPICY MACARONI AND CHEESE

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18



Spicy Macaroni and Cheese image

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the pasta with the cheese cubes and pour into the baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, nutmeg. Add the sour cream, egg, heavy cream, half-and-half and onions. Pour over the pasta and cover with the shredded Cheddar. Bake uncovered until the top is just beginning to brown, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the bread into crouton-size squares. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, add the bread cubes and toast until golden. Sprinkle the bread cubes on top of the macaroni and cheese and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes more.

2 cups elbow pasta, cooked until almost al dente
8 ounces Cheddar, 1/2 cubed, 1/2 shredded
8 ounces Colby cheese, cubed
8 ounces Monterey pepper jack cheese, cubed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup finely grated onions
4 slices bread
1 tablespoon butter
Special equipment: 2-quart baking dish

MEXICAN MAC-N-CHEESE

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20



Mexican Mac-n-Cheese image

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the butter, corn, onions, red peppers, garlic and 1 teaspoon of salt to a medium saucepot set over medium-high heat. Saute until the onions are translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the cumin, chile powder, cayenne pepper and flour and cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, to make a roux, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the cold milk in a steady stream, stirring vigorously until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until starting to thicken, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the cheddar and Monterey Jack. Cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the scallions, pepper and rigatoni and mix well to combine.
  • Pour the into a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle the panko evenly over the top and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling. Remove to a cooling rack and let rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with the cotija, jalapeno and cilantro. Serve immediately.

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red pepper, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons chile powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 all-purpose flour
4 cups milk, cold
2 cups shredded cheddar
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack
1/2 cup scallions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound mini rigatoni, cooked al dente according to package directions
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese, for garnish
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, minced, for garnish
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, drained, minced, for garnish

SPICY CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE SKILLET

Spice up a favorite cheesy dish with our Spicy Chicken Mac and Cheese Skillet. Ready to serve in 30 minutes, our spicy chicken mac and cheese is delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7



Spicy Chicken Mac and Cheese Skillet image

Steps:

  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. or until lightly browned. Stir in tomatoes and soup; cook on medium heat 5 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Dinner; stir until blended. Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Cook 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1020 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

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