Mexican Chicken Pasta Toss Recipe

Name: Mexican Chicken Pasta Toss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dry pasta; 2 -3 chicken breasts, cubed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 -4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup green salsa; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 tablespoon oregano (Mexican preferably, but Italian is fine); 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 dashes hot sauce; ½ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 lb dry pasta
2 -3 chicken breasts, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup green salsa
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon oregano (Mexican preferably, but Italian is fine)
1 teaspoon paprika
2 dashes hot sauce
½ teaspoon salt

1
Put pot of water on to boil for pasta.
2
Heat oil in skillet on medium-high heat.
3
Add onion and garlic and cook until tender.
4
Add chicken, medium high, cooked until no pink remains.
5
Add all remaining ingredients.
6
Bring to boil, then turn down to simmer, 15 minutes.
7
Cook pasta until tender, then drain.
8
Add chicken and sauce to pasta and toss.
9
Sprinkle top with shredded Mexican-blend cheese, if desired.

684

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dry pasta, 2 -3 chicken breasts, cubed, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 -4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Chicken Pasta Toss 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.

Mexican Chicken Pasta Toss

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