Description
A delicious and easy one-pot dish that combines the flavors of tacos with creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and pasta. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
Alfredo Pasta:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 ounces penne pasta (uncooked)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot. Add chicken and taco seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Alfredo Pasta: Stir in garlic, pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and pasta. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 12–14 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat, stir in cheeses until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, add jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- This dish reheats well, perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 840 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
