Best Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Pasta Recipes

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SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA PASTA



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This slow-cooker pasta packed with Mexican-inspired flavors is cheesy, easy and sure to have everyone asking for seconds every time you make it.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild enchilada sauce
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed, softened
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
8 oz cavatappi pasta, cooked and drained as directed on package (about 3 cups)
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix enchilada sauce, taco seasoning mix and chicken until chicken is coated.
  • Add onion, garlic, tomatoes and green chiles to slow cooker; mix well. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 3 1/2 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker, and transfer to cutting board; let stand about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile, stir cream cheese and Cheddar cheese into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir thoroughly to incorporate.
  • Meanwhile, shred chicken with 2 forks; return to slow cooker, and stir in cooked pasta. Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 to 10 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

ONE-POT CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA PASTA



One-Pot Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Pasta image

Can't decide between enchiladas and pasta tonight? Satisfy both desires with this quick and easy 30-minute meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb uncooked medium pasta shells
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild enchilada sauce
2 cups water
1 bunch thinly sliced green onions, greens and whites separated
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel sweet corn, drained
2 cups finely chopped deli rotisserie chicken
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges and sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • In large colander, rinse and drain uncooked pasta. In 4-quart saucepan, mix pasta, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, water, green onion whites and chili powder. Heat to boiling over high heat; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 14 to 16 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender; do not drain.
  • Stir in beans, corn and chicken; return to simmering. Cook 2 minutes longer to combine flavors. Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
  • Top with green onion greens. Serve with cilantro, lime wedges and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 9 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA PASTA



Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Pasta image

A unique spin on chicken enchiladas.

Provided by apk979

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound boneless chicken, cut into chunks
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (12 fluid ounce) can enchilada sauce
½ (16 ounce) package whole wheat campanelle pasta
1 cup salsa
½ cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons dried minced onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken in the hot oil until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir black beans, enchilada sauce, campanelle pasta, salsa, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, onion flakes, and garlic powder into the skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle pepper Jack cheese and parsley over pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 633.2 calories, Carbohydrate 70.7 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 45.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1097.9 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

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