Mexican Chicken Penne

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 12

Delicious and zesty Mexican Chicken Penne recipe to spice up your weeknight dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

824

Sugar

Fat

39g

If you are a fan of Mexican flavors and pasta dishes, then this Mexican Chicken Penne recipe is a must-try. It's a simple one-pan meal that can be made in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The creamy salsa con queso provides a rich and zesty flavor that pairs perfectly with the tender chicken and al dente penne pasta. This dish is also easily customizable, so you can adjust the heat level or add extra veggies if you prefer.

Instructions

1.	Cook penne pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
2.	In a large skillet, heat the cooked chicken over medium heat until heated through.
3.	Add salsa con queso, milk and salt to the skillet and stir until combined.
4.	Add the cooked pasta, chopped tomato and sliced green onions to the skillet and toss until combined.
5.	Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and serve.

PROS

This Mexican Chicken Penne is a quick and easy meal that is full of flavor and texture.

The salsa con queso provides a delicious creamy base for the pasta, while the chopped tomato and green onions add freshness and crunch.

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get dinner on the table quickly.

CONS

This dish is quite heavy and high in calories and fat, due to the use of the creamy salsa con queso dip.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish does not have many health benefits, but it does contain protein from the chicken and some vitamins and minerals from the tomato and green onions.
To make this dish a bit healthier, you could try using a lower-fat cheese and reducing the amount of salsa con queso used.

	1 package penne pasta
	2 cups cubed cooked chicken
	1 1/4 cups salsa con queso , dip
	1/2 cup milk
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 tomatoes , chopped
	3 green onions , sliced
	1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese