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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

CHICKEN ENCHILADA PASTA

INGREDIENTS

2-3 chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
2 T olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
4 oz can diced green chiles
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp chili powder (I usually just do 1/2 tsp)
1 tsp cumin
1 (10oz) cans green chili enchilada sauce
2/3 cup red enchilada sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cup shredded cheese
16-20 oz penne pasta

DIRECTIONS
  • Cook pasta. Heat oil in nonstick skillet and add onion. Cook until onion is translucent.
  • Add garlic and red pepper, cook another 2 minutes. Add cooked chicken, green chiles, spices, and enchilada sauce. Let simmer 8-10 minutes.
  • Add sour cream, cheese, and heat through until cheese is melted. Pour sauce over the hot pasta.
  • Garnish with extra sour cream, cheese, diced tomatoes, green onions or crushed tortilla chips.

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