MEXICAN CHICKEN ALFREDO

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One family member likes Italian; another likes Mexican. They'll never compromise when this is on the menu. -Tia Woodley, Stockbridge, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) gemelli or spiral pasta
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 jars (15 ounces each) Alfredo sauce
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup medium salsa
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons taco seasoning

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken, onion, salt and pepper in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in Alfredo sauce; bring to a boil. Stir in cheese, salsa, milk and taco seasoning. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Divide between 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Cover and bake until bubbly, 30-35 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole up to 3 months. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole, covered, until bubbly, 50-60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.