Green Chile Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Green Chile Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can/jar of artichoke hearts (with or without marinade); 1 6 oz (168 grm). or 8 oz (224 grm). jar of pine nuts, finely chopped; 1 medium yellow squash, cut in cubes; 1 medium or large red pepper, diced; 1 4 oz (112 grm). jar of pimentos (optional); 1 tbsp (15 ml) ground cumin (more to taste); 6 roasted peeled and chopped green chilies (see instructions below); 3 chicken breasts sauteed in olive oil and chopped garlic then cut into bite size pieces. (Put aside); 1 fresh bunch of cilantro chopped; 1 cup (225 ml) to 2 cups (475 ml) of water/chicken broth; 3 tsp (15 ml) salt; 1 tsp (5 ml) white pepper, coarsely ground; 2 8 oz (224 grm). cans of Salsa Verde or and Diced Tomatillos with Green Chilies; 1 10 oz (280 grm). can green chiles; 1 10 oz (280 grm). pkg. linguini (colored makes this look nicer) look for a green white combo; 1 jar prepared Alfredo sauce (optional); parsley sprigs

Servings: persons

1 can/jar of artichoke hearts (with or without marinade)
1 6 oz (168 grm). or 8 oz (224 grm). jar of pine nuts, finely chopped
1 medium yellow squash, cut in cubes
1 medium or large red pepper, diced
1 4 oz (112 grm). jar of pimentos (optional)
1 tbsp (15 ml) ground cumin (more to taste)
6 roasted peeled and chopped green chilies (see instructions below)
3 chicken breasts sauteed in olive oil and chopped garlic then cut into bite size pieces. (Put aside)
1 fresh bunch of cilantro chopped
1 cup (225 ml) to 2 cups (475 ml) of water/chicken broth
3 tsp (15 ml) salt
1 tsp (5 ml) white pepper, coarsely ground
2 8 oz (224 grm). cans of Salsa Verde or and Diced Tomatillos with Green Chilies
1 10 oz (280 grm). can green chiles
1 10 oz (280 grm). pkg. linguini (colored makes this look nicer) look for a green white combo
1 jar prepared Alfredo sauce (optional)
parsley sprigs

1
Prepare chicken and fresh chile and set aside.
2
Combine squash, red pepper, cilantro, tomatillos, canned green chile, fresh chile artichoke hearts, pimentos, and spices and broth/water and simmer.
3
Sauce will thicken as it simmers.
4
Once the sauce has thickened add chicken.
5
Taste and adjust spices.
6
Slow simmer for about 7-9 more minutes.
7
If you use the Alfredo sauce spoon in a tsp at a time stirring as you do.
8
You may not need to add entire jar of Alfredo sauce.
9
Reduce heat to low and prepare linguini.
10
Cook aldente.
11
Add to sauce and heat for 6 minutes prior to serving.
12
Garnish with parsley sprigs and serve with salad.

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can/jar of artichoke hearts (with or without marinade), 1 6 oz (168 grm). or 8 oz (224 grm). jar of pine nuts, finely chopped, 1 medium yellow squash, cut in cubes, 1 medium or large red pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Green Chile Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Green Chile Chicken Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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