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Fajita Chicken Mac and Cheese

By You Desk
28 January, 2025

Indulge in the goodness of this Fajita Chicken Mac and Cheese. A delightful twist on a classic favourite, perfect for family gatherings. Try it at home and treat your loved ones with some delicious goodness…

Fajita Chicken Mac and Cheese

recipe

INGREDIENTS

Onion powder 1 ½ tsp

Paprika powder 2 tsp

Dried oregano ½ tbsp

Sugar ½ tsp

Garlic powder 1 tsp

Black pepper powder ½ tsp

Himalayan pink salt 1 tsp or to taste

Red chilli powder 1 tsp or to taste

Cumin powder 1 tsp

Water 1 ½ cup

Milk powder ½ cup

Cream (room temperature) ½ cup (100ml)

Cooking oil 3 tbsp

Boneless chicken (cubes) 400g

Lemon juice 1 ½ tbsp

Yellow bell pepper (cubes) 1 medium

Red bell pepper (cubes) 1 medium

Onion (cubes) 1 medium

Capsicum (cubes) 1 medium

Elbow macaroni (boiled with salt) 250g

Cheddar cheese (grated) 100g

Mozzarella cheese (grated) 100g

Fresh coriander (chopped)

DIRECTIONS

* In a bowl, add onion powder, paprika powder, dried oregano, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper powder, pink salt, red chilli powder, cumin powder and mix well. Fajita seasoning is ready.

* In a small jug, add water, milk powder, and cream, whisk well and set aside.

* In a wok, add cooking oil, chicken and mix well until it changes colour.

* Add half quantity of prepared fajita seasoning, lemon juice, mix well and cook for 4-5 minutes and set aside.

* In the same wok, add cooking oil, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, capsicum, remaining fajita seasoning and cook on medium flame for 2-3 minutes.

* Add prepared milk and cream mixture, mix well and cook on medium flame for 1-2 minutes.

* Add boiled pasta, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, mix well and cook until cheese melts.

* Add cooked chicken, fresh coriander and give it a good mix.

* Garnish with fresh coriander and serve!

Courtesy: Food Fusion Recipe by Seema Hanif