Description
Cheesy Chicken Taco Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner recipe that combines the flavors of tacos with creamy pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. pasta
- 1 lb. chicken breast, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup corn (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until browned.
- Add the taco seasoning, salsa, chicken broth, corn, and bell peppers to the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and shredded cheese until well combined and cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings like sour cream or avocado.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg