Southwestern Pasta with Chicken Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pasta with Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup uncooked whole wheat rigatoni; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed; 1 cup salsa; 2 1/2 cup unsalted tomato sauce; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained; 1 cup canned corn; 1/2 cup shredded 2% Colby Jack cheese

Servings: persons

1
Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil.
2
Cook pasta until al dente about 10-12 minutes, or according to the package directions.
3
Drain well.
4
Spray a 12 inch skillet with cooking spray.
5
Saute chicken over medium heat until opaque, about 7-10 minutes.
6
Stir in the salsa, tomato sauce, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, black beans, and corn.
7
Stir thoroughly and cook until heated through.
8
Add the pasta and gently toss to mix evenly.
9
Evenly sprinkle cheese over the pasta before serving.
10
I put the cheese on before serving so it would melt a bit, but you can add cheese to each individual portion.
11
Roughly 2 tablespoons cheese per serving.

389

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup uncooked whole wheat rigatoni, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed, 1 cup salsa, 2 1/2 cup unsalted tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Pasta with Chicken 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!

Southwestern Pasta with Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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