Chicken Enchilada Pasta

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 3
Tasty Chicken Enchilada Pasta for Dinner
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package penne pasta , or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion , diced
1 red bell pepper , diced
2 cloves garlic , minced
2 cooked chicken breasts , shredded , or more to taste
2 cans green enchilada sauce
2/3 cup red enchilada sauce
1 can diced green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
617
Sugar
7g
Fat
33g
Chicken enchilada pasta is an easy-to-make, cheesy, and flavorful dish that combines the best of Italian and Mexican cuisines. The pasta is cooked to perfection and mixed with green and red enchilada sauce, shredded chicken, diced green chiles, and spices. The dish is then topped off with shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and a dollop of sour cream. This dish is perfect for any day of the week and can be enjoyed with a side of garlic bread or a salad. It is sure to become a family favorite in no time.

Instructions

1.Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water for about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and red bell pepper until tender, for about 5 minutes.
3.Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4.Add the green enchilada sauce, red enchilada sauce, diced green chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, and shredded chicken. Stir to combine and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
5.Add the cooked penne pasta, Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, and sour cream. Stir everything together until the cheese melts and the pasta is coated in sauce. Serve warm.

PROS

This chicken enchilada pasta is a perfect dinner dish the whole family will love.

It is easy to make and requires simple ingredients which can be found in your pantry or local grocery store.

CONS

This dish may be high in calories and fat, especially when you add extra cheese or sour cream.

It may not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This chicken enchilada pasta contains a moderate amount of protein and carbohydrates which may help in keeping you full for longer periods of time.
The green chiles contain a good amount of vitamins A and C which may help boost the immune system and prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.

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