Best Southwestern Chicken Pasta Bake Recipes

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Provided by Sandy Williams

Categories Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz uncooked spiral pasta
3 c cubed cooked chicken breast
2 c (16 ounces) sour cream
2 c (8 ounces) shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1 can(s) (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can(s) (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can(s) (10 ounces) green chili salsa
1 c chopped green onions
1 can(s) (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives

Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain pasta, stir into chicken mixture.
3. Transfer to a greased 13X 9-in. Baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. 8 servings

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Provided by Jrmama2

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 teaspoons salt (divided )
12 ounces linguine
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
0.5 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
2 cups four-cheese mexican cheese
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees farenheit; mist a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Bring pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente about 10 minute or as package directs. Drain.
2. Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add bell pepper,onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder and 2 tsp., salt; saute until onion is tender, 6- to 8 minute Add tomato paste and cook stirring constantly, 2 minute longer.
3. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute Gradually whisk in milk. Cook, whisking until thickened about 5min. Add diced tomatoes and 1 cup cheese. Cook, whisking for 1 minute or until cheese melts.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in chiken and paste.Scrape into baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until bubbly; 20-25 minute (preheat broiler to high and broil casserole for a minute to brown, if desired )Let stand for 10-15min. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired, serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.8, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 107.8, Sodium 1327.4, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 29

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Provided by barbara lentz @blentz8

Categories Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounce(s) pasta of choice i used mini penne
2 - boneless skinless chicken cut into small chunks
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper
2 teaspoon(s) each ground cumin, coriander, and chili powder
1 teaspoon(s) smoked paprika
2 tablespoon(s) oil
1 medium onion chopped
2 clove(s) garlic minced
1 small jalapeno seeded and chopped
1/2 cup(s) white wine
2 tablespoon(s) each flour and butter
1 1/2 cup(s) milk
2 cup(s) sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1/4 cup(s) fresh cilantro chopped

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until it is almost done. Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken with the salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, chili powder and smoked paprika. Add oil to large skillet and cook the chicken about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon. Add the onion garlic and jalapeno and cook until softened. Add the wine and deglaze the pan and let most evaporate. Remove from heat.
In another pan mix the butter and flour and make a roux. Slowly add the milk and cook until thickened.Add the cheese and let the cheese melt.
Place the skillet back on the heat and add the chicken, pasta, and cheese sauce. Cook until warmed through. Garnish with cilantro