Creamy Taco Alfredo Penne and Chicken
Recipes Chicken Main Dish Mexican Pasta Quick and Easy
Description
Combine the flavors and creaminess of Alfredo sauce and pasta with Mexican flavors and you'll get the perfect dinner. It's ready in less than 30 minutes which makes it the perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 t. taco seasoning
1 T. vegetable oil
1 T. salted butter
1 c. heavy whipping cream
1/2 c. Colby Jack cheese
10 oz. can Ro-tel diced tomato with green chilis
8 oz. penne pasta
2 - 3 T. chopped fresh cilantro leaves, slices of fresh avocado, freshly squeezed lime juice, optional
Directions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning.
While pasta is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until sizzling. Add chicken breasts; cook for about 6 minutes per side or until thoroughly cooked. Transfer chicken to a plate; cover.
Melt butter in the same skillet; slowly pour in heavy whipping cream; whisk and cook for 2 minutes. Sprinkle in cheese; add Ro-tel tomatoes; cook until sauce thickens, about 5-8 minutes. Stir in pasta.
Slice chicken into 1/2 inch strips; add to skillet; stir.
Garnish with desired toppings.
4 servings.