MEXICAN CHICKEN PASTA
Mexican chicken pasta is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a delicious Mexican-inspired sauce. Here’s a recipe to make this tasty dish:
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) of your choice of pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rotini work well)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (use your choice of color)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken and cook until it’s browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Saute the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until they become soft.
- Add the Garlic and Tomatoes:
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the canned diced tomatoes, including their juice. Stir to combine.
- Add Corn and Black Beans:
- Mix in the corn and black beans, and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until everything is heated through.
- Combine the Pasta and Chicken:
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to heat and combine the ingredients.
- Add Sour Cream:
- Stir in the sour cream to create a creamy sauce. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or spices if needed.
- Serve:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve your Mexican chicken pasta with lime wedges on the side for extra flavor.
Enjoy your flavorful Mexican chicken pasta. It’s a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with pasta.