Restaurant-Style Santa Fe Pasta

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 4
Restaurant-Style Santa Fe Pasta with Parmesan, Chicken, and Veggies
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 quarts water
1 package rotini pasta
1 1/4 cups tomato juice
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup whole corn kernels , cooked
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons red bell pepper , diced
2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
1 boneless chicken breast half , cooked and diced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
514
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Restaurant-style Santa Fe pasta is a uniquely flavorful and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. This pasta dish is inspired by Southwestern cuisine, incorporating robust spices and fresh ingredients to create a bold and balanced flavor profile. The combination of tender rotini pasta, juicy corn kernels, crisp bell peppers, zesty cilantro, and plump chicken breast make for a hearty and healthy meal that can be whipped up in no time. The sauce is a simple yet bold amalgamation of tomato juice, olive oil, vinegar, chili powder, and paprika, reinforced by grated Parmesan cheese. Whether you are cooking for a family or a large gathering, this recipe is sure to please everyone’s taste buds!

Instructions

1.Bring 5 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.
2.Add 1 package of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups tomato juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
4.Add the cooked rotini, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup whole corn kernels (cooked), 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper, 2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper, and 1 boneless chicken breast (cooked and diced) to the bowl and toss until the pasta is evenly coated with sauce and the ingredients are distributed throughout.
5.Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

This pasta dish is bursting with flavor, combining savory and spicy elements with fresh veggies and protein.

It is easy to make and customizable to individual preferences, such as substituting or adding ingredients.

Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for convenience in packing for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

CONS

The dish contains relatively high amounts of sodium and calories, especially with added cheese and meat.

Some may find the spiciness level too intense or may need to adjust the proportions of certain ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pasta dish contains various sources of vitamins and nutrients, such as protein, fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium, among others.
The tomato juice used in the sauce can help boost immune function and reduce the risk of chronic disease, while the chili powder and paprika can aid in digestion and metabolism.
Bell peppers and cilantro are antioxidant-rich and may help protect against certain cancers and inflammation.

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