Chicken Taco Pasta
A quick and hearty one-pot meal that combines the vibrant flavors of tacos with comforting pasta, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook your pasta by following package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken with taco seasoning, salsa, black beans, corn, and chicken broth in a skillet over medium heat.
- Combine the pasta shells with the chicken mixture, mixing well.
- Melt in the shredded cheese until it becomes gooey.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
Adjust flavors to your liking and feel free to use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://recypez.com/chicken-taco-pasta-recipe/