Cheesy Southwest Pasta Skillet | I Heart Recipes
Hey friends! I’m back with a cheesy southwest pasta skillet that’s so easy to whip together, it’s perfect for a quick dinner. You’ve got to check this recipe out!
My secret to creamy, cheesy goodness? Velveeta cheese sauce! I think it gives this cheesy southwest pasta the perfect creaminess. You can substitute ground beef for ground turkey if you prefer. For extra cheesiness, I topped this simple pasta skillet with shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
This dish would be equally as delicious with pepper jack, colby jack, or whichever shredded cheese you prefer! Visit my blog, IHeartRecipes.com for the exact measurements and instructions for this flavorful cheesy southwest pasta skillet. Link below!
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0:25 - Start by boiling pasta in lightly salted water.
0:32 - Add beef to a pan.
0:40 - Cook the meat until it’s nice and browned.
0:45 - Drain the fat.
0:46 - Toss in the seasonings.
0:51 - Sprinkle in minced onion and garlic.
0:56 - Add some corn.
1:00 - Add in chopped cilantro.
1:05 - Add the drained pasta.
1:11 - Pour in some salsa.
1:16 - Add in Velveeta cheese sauce.
1:22 - Mix everything until well combined.
1:28 - Add black beans.
1:32 - Give everything a nice stir.
1:38 - Sprinkle in shredded cheese.
1:43 - Mix all the ingredients.
1:50 - Garnish with cheese and cilantro.
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CHEESECAKE FACTORY'S Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta! Famous Recipe
Let's learn how to make a really popular dish at Cheesecake Factory - the Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta! It's creamy, spicy, a bit sweet, and packed with so many veggies.
12 ounces penne or pasta shape of choice
CHICKEN
1 pound chicken breast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika or chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon oregano
2 to 3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
SAUCE
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 whole red bell pepper diced (use the whole pepper if you want more veggies)
1/2 whole yellow bell pepper diced (use the whole pepper if you want more veggies)
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup adobo chipotle paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons cream cheese
1 to 1 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
cayenne powder or red pepper flakes, to make it spicy (optional, to taste)
3/4 cup chopped asparagus
2/3 cup peas
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
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CREAMY
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb elbow macaroni
25g or 2tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
30g or 1/2c shallot finely minced and rinsed
60g or 1/2c celery, finely chopped
30g or 1/3c scallion, thinly sliced
100g or 3/4 cup frozen peas (thawed)
100g or 1/4lb bacon, crispy and chopped
5g or 1/2-3/4c fresh dill
black pepper & salt to taste
DRESSING FOR CREAMY
Add the following into a high sided container:
1 egg
50g or 1/4c sour cream
25g or 2tbsp dijon mustard
15g 1 1/4tbsp sugar
10g or 3/4tbsp lemon juice
5g or 1tsp Worcestershire
5g or 3/4-1tsp salt
1/2 clove garlic.
300g or 1 1/3c neutral oil (light colored olive oil, grapeseed, canola)
Blend with immersion blender and stream in oil.
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 11min or until tender. Drain, reserving a few scoops of pasta water. Add vinegar and a splash of olive oil to drained pasta and allow to cool to room temp. Once cooled, add shallot, celery, scallion, peas, bacon. Add a couple of dollops of creamy dressing and a bit of pasta water and gently stir until pasta is well coated, but not swimming in dressing. Add dill, salt and pepper to taste, & stir to combine.
PESTO PASTA SALAD
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb pasta (I use shells)
25g or 2tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
300g or 1 1/4c pesto (recipe below) + more for garnish
200g or 1c mozzarella pearls, halved
200g or 1c cherry tomatoes, halved (I recommend sungolds)
Strong pinch grated parm
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 12min or until tender. Drain. Add vinegar and olive oil to drained pasta, stir, and allow to cool to room temp. Add pesto and stir to combine. Add mozz, tomatoes, and strong pinch of parm. Fold to combine.
PESTO for SALAD
Add the following to food processor and spin on high for 20-30sec or until well broken down.
100g or 3/4c toasted pine nuts or walnuts
100g or 5ish c basil
20g 1ish c parsley
30g or 1/2c shallot (minsed and rinsed)
100g or 1+c grated parm
225g or 1 3/4c cold olive oil
5g or 3/4-1tsp salt
30g or 2tbsp lemon juice
CLASSIC MOM'S SYLE/DELI PASTA SALAD
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb pasta (I use rotini)
25g or 2 tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
150g or 1/2-3/4c b-man's Italian Dressing (recipe below)
65g or 1/4c fresh mozzarella, diced
100g or 1/2c black olives, halved
50g or 1/2c pepperoncini, sliced
100g or 1 3/4c oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, sliced
60g or 1/2 of a med red bell pepper, diced small
60g or 1/4lb Genoa salami, sliced
75g or 3/4c grated parmesan
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 11-12min or until tender. Drain. Add vinegar and olive oil to drained pasta, stir, and allow to cool to room temp. Add dressing, mozz, olives, pepperoncini, sun dried tomatoes, red bell pepper, salami, and grated parm. Stir to combine and add additional dressing, parm, and/or salt to taste, if needed.
BMAN'S ITALIAN DRESSING
Add the following into a high-sided container, blend with immersion blender and slowly stream in 200g or 1c neutral oil (light colored olive oil, canola, grapeseed, etc)
25g red wine vinegar
45g or or 2 tbsp white distilled vinegar
20g or 1/3c red onion, rinsed
1 garlic clove
15g or 1/8-1/4 of a red bell pepper
25g 1 1/2tbsp grainy mustard
15g or 1 1/4tbsp sugar
5g 3/4-1tsp salt
1/4 tsp each of: oregano, basil, black pepper, and chili flake
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Creamy Chipotle Chicken Pasta | Quick & Easy Pasta Recipe #MrMakeItHappen #Pasta
This Creamy Chipotle Chicken Pasta will quickly become your new go-to weeknight dinner recipe! It's packed with flavor and versatile enough that you can switch the protein, veggies, or noodles and never get bored! Give it a try! Let's #MakeItHappen
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Shopping List:
1 lb Mafaldine Noodles (or penne)
1 onion
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
3-4 cloves roasted garlic
1 can Chipotle Peppers in Adobo (Just the sauce)
2 - 2.5 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup pasta water
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1.5 cups grated parmesan cheese
salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes
2 tbsps butter (for sauce
2 tbsps butter (optional to baste chicken)
1 lb chicken breast
avocado oil
parsley
Directions:
Prepare your roasted garlic but adding oil, salt and pepper. and wrapping in foil. Place into the oven at 400 degrees for 40 minutes.
Boil noodles in salted water per package directions (remove about 1-2 minutes early so the noodles can finish cooking in the sauce).
Season chicken with your favorite seasoning combination. Heat cast iron skillet over medium high and add avocado oil. Sear chicken for 1-2 minutes per side and then finish in the oven at 400 until the chicken registers 165 degrees internal temp. (optionally baste with butter before the oven)
Start your sauce by adding butter to a skillet and saute your onions and peppers. Once the veggies soften, add garlic. Next, add heavy cream and bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Add in chipotle sauce and cheese. Mix until cheese melts and combines into the sauce and season to taste. Add drained pasta noodles to the sauce and mix to combine. Add 1/4 cup pasta water as needed to thin the sauce if it is too thick. Slice chicken and place on top of the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley.