Cheesy Enchilada Pasta Recipe

Name: Cheesy Enchilada Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces, weight Bow Tie Pasta; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1/2 Medium Onion, Diced; 8 ounces, weight Pre-sliced Mushrooms; 2 cloves Garlic, Pressed; 10 ounces, fluid Red Enchilada Sauce; 1 Tablespoon Hot Sauce (I Used Texas Pete); 4 ounces, fluid Canned Diced Green Chiles; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1 cup Shared Cheddar Cheese, Shredded; 1/2 cups Light Sour Cream

Servings: persons

12 ounces, weight Bow Tie Pasta
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 Medium Onion, Diced
8 ounces, weight Pre-sliced Mushrooms
2 cloves Garlic, Pressed
10 ounces, fluid Red Enchilada Sauce
1 Tablespoon Hot Sauce (I Used Texas Pete)
4 ounces, fluid Canned Diced Green Chiles
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1 cup Shared Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
1/2 cups Light Sour Cream

1
Cook pasta according to package directions or until al dente.
2
Drain and add back in pot.
3
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add in oil.
4
Add in onions and mushrooms and let those cook down for about 5 minutes.
5
Add in garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6
Add in enchilada sauce, hot sauce, chiles, salt, cumin, and chili powder and stir to combine.
7
Allow to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Stir in cheese and sour cream and stir until the cheese is thoroughly melted.
9
Pour sauce over cooked pasta and mix until the pasta is thoroughly coated.
10
Serve with desired toppings.
11
Adapted from Pearls, Handcuffs & Happy Hour, via Iowa Girl Eats.

544

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces, weight Bow Tie Pasta, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/2 Medium Onion, Diced, 8 ounces, weight Pre-sliced Mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Enchilada Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cheesy Enchilada Pasta

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