Creating White Chicken Chili Mac & Cheese is straightforward with these easy steps:

1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In the same pot, combine the chicken broth, heavy cream, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
3. Add Chicken and Beans: Once the sauce is simmering, add the shredded chicken, white beans, and diced green chilies. Mix everything together and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Incorporate the Cheese: Gradually add 1 ½ cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese to the sauce, stirring until melted and smooth.
5. Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring well to coat all the pasta evenly.
6. Season to Taste: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper as desired. Adjust spices according to your preference.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
8. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top of the mac and cheese.
9. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.